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BSD MGC - Pincus Lab

About the Department

Collectively, members of the Department of Molecular Genetics and Cell biology are engaged in investigating molecular aspects of biological phenomena that operate on a cellular scale. Faculty research employs a combination of advanced microscopy, genetic analysis, and molecular characterization to study the temporal and spatial mechanisms that underlie the essential functions of cells and of their interactions with other cells that are necessary for the regular development of multicellular organisms. Faculty use many of the field\'s traditional model organisms in their work and are pushing into emerging model and non-model organisms that are proving uniquely valuable in particular studies. To learn more about our department, https://mgcb.uchicago.edu/about . This at-will position is wholly or partially funded by contractual grant funding which is renewed under provisions set by the grantor of the contract. Employment will be contingent upon the continued receipt of these grant funds and satisfactory job performance.

Job Summary

The Staff Scientist will execute, facilitate, and promote advanced technical and scientific research projects. We are seeking a candidate who recognizes the need for innovation and develops or incorporates advances in assay development. This position will be conducting sequencing methods, as well as developing and testing hypotheses related to molecular and cell biological functionality.

Responsibilities

• Develop and support research and operations in stressful and complex environments with the long-term goal of understanding adaptive mechanisms at physiological and evolutionary time scales.
• Design, develop, and test new experimental workflows, instruments, and/or reagents for research (including hardware, software, statistical methods, etc.).
• Train and assist other lab users, as prescribed by the Principal Investigator, in all aspects of cell culture, and cell biological methods, molecular biology, image processing and data analysis.
• Participate in the preparation and writing of grant applications and reports, and co-authors scientific research manuscripts.
• May present work at scientific meetings and provide peer review of grant applications and scientific manuscripts.
• Perform other related work as needed, with respect to this and other related projects, data organization and management, procurement of research supplies, management of regulatory documents (IACUC/IBC).
• Collaborates with other researchers as appropriate.
• Serves as a resource for collecting data and performing analysis. Contributes to facilitating and promoting a research project by providing scientific or intellectual information.
• Leads the contributions to scientific writing and publications, including protocols and grants.
• Trains new laboratory personnel.
• Performs other related work as needed.

Minimum Qualifications

Education:

Minimum requirements include a PhD in related field.

Work Experience:

Minimum requirements include knowledge and skills developed through 2-5 years of work experience in a related job discipline.

Certifications:

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Preferred Qualifications

Experience:

• Postdoctoral training.

Preferred Competencies

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to train others.
• Knowledge of regulatory policies and procedures.
• Attention to detail.
• Organizational skills.
• Verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks under performance and time-related stress.

Working Conditions

• Lab Environment. Weekend/Evening hours: Occasionally.

Application Documents

• Resume (required)
• Cover Letter (required)

When applying, the document(s) MUSTbe uploaded via the My Experience page, in the section titled Application Documents of the application.

Job Family

Research

Role Impact

Individual Contributor

Scheduled

Weekly Hours

40

Drug Test Required

No

Health Screen Required

Yes

Motor Vehicle Record Inquiry Required

No

Pay Rate Type

Salary

FLSA Status

Exempt

Pay Range

\$70,000.00 - \$90,000.00

The included pay rate or range represents the University\'s good faith estimate of the possible compensation offer for this role at the time of posting.

Benefits Eligible

Yes

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