Staff Scientist

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Job Location (Full Address):

220 Hutchison Rd, Rochester, New York, United States of America, 14620

Opening:

Worker Subtype:

Regular

Time Type:

Full time

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

Department:

400820 Dept of Biomedical Genetics

Work Shift:

UR - Day (United States of America)

Range:

UR URG 110

Compensation Range:

$60,431.00 - $84,603.00

Responsibilities:

The position provides direct research and advanced research training support at the professional level by directing and executing small, complex research projects or major aspects of larger research projects; and assists the Principal Investigator in supervising and mentoring technicians, laboratory aides, graduate students, undergraduate students, postdoctoral appointees and professional staff.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Under general direction and with latitude for independent judgment directs complex research projects by first designing experiments to interrogate the importance of circadian rhythm disruption in lung cancer development and immunosuppression.
• Develops experiments, with the assistance of the Principal Investigator, using standard techniques in the field, including genetic analysis, molecular biology, biochemistry, high-throughput screening, animal tumor growth studies, and flow cytometry.
• Plans and manages multiple experiments around time constraints. Writes protocols for the conduct of research, which include: purposes of study, design of experiments, lists of materials and methods to be used, and the schedule of activities.
• Will use standard approaches to analyze and interpret the results of the studies. Records protcols and results in online lab notebook.
• Assists in preparation of manuscripts

MINIMUM EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• Doctoral Degree required
• PhD in Biological sciences, molecular biology, cancer biology, biochemistry, or immunology preferred
• 2 years of relevant postdoctoral training or equivalent combination of education and experience required
• Experience with experiments using standard techniques in the field, including mammalian tissue culture, molecular biology and molecular genetics techniques, and animal studies required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Detail oriented and able to work independently as well as collaboratively preferred

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