Research Professional
3 weeks ago
BSD BMB - Fei Lab
About the Department
The Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology studies how biomolecules function and interact to drive the complex, diverse, and adaptive behaviors of living systems.
We have particular strengths in membrane proteins and RNA biochemistry and are pioneers in all areas of biophysics, structural biology, biochemistry, and protein engineering and design.
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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.
Job Summary
The Research Professional will lead their own search project with instruction, guidance, and direction from the PI. They will perform research, including experimental design, experiments, data analysis and interpretation for the specific project. They are expected to write manuscript independently and assist with proposal writing.
This position will also be involved in other collaborative projects with other research groups as assigned and will mentor undergraduate students or high school students for short term as needed.
Responsibilities- Performs experiments and collects and analyzes data. Participates in the promotion of a research project.
- Participates in the preparation and writing of grant applications and reports, and co-authors/authors scientific research manuscripts. Provides peer review of grant applications and scientific manuscripts.
- Collaborates on development of new research projects with academic and community-based organizations.
- May present work at scientific meetings.
- Performs other related work as needed.
Education:
Minimum requirements include a PhD in related field.
* Work
Experience:
Minimum requirements include knowledge and skills developed through < 2 years of work experience in a related job discipline.
* Certifications:* Preferred Qualifications
Experience:
- Bench work experience including molecular cloning, biochemical experimental skills (such as electrophoresis, RT-qPCR, Western blots).
- Experience on fluorescence microscopy.
- Experience with RNA-seq experience or other omics analysis.
- Basic data analysis skills, including the use of MATLAB, R, Excel, etc. Candidates with previous analysis skills in RNA-seq data or imaging data.
- Writing and presentation skills.
- Collaborative as a team worker.
- Wet lab space.
- Microscope room including two fluorescence microscopes and data analysis workstation.
- Cell culture room.
- Weekend/Evening hours: Depending on the experimental schedules and urgent support needed under certain circumstances, personnel in this position may need to work in evening hours or weekend.
- Resume (required)
- Cover Letter (preferred)
When applying, the document(s) MUST be uploaded via the My Experience page, in the section titled Application Documents of the application.
Research
Role Impact
Individual Contributor
FLSA Status
Exempt
Pay Frequency
Monthly
Scheduled Weekly Hours
40
Benefits Eligible
Yes
Drug Test Required
No
Health Screen Required
No
Motor Vehicle Record Inquiry Required
No
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