Senior Research Scientist

1 week ago


Chicago, Illinois, United States University of Chicago Full time

About the Role

The University of Chicago is seeking a highly skilled Senior Research Scientist to join our team in the Department of Molecular Genetics and Cell Biology. As a key member of our research community, you will be responsible for developing and executing projects, analyzing data, writing papers and reports, and presenting research findings.

Key Responsibilities

  • Design and execute research projects and experiments, including specimen husbandry and genetic crosses.
  • Present research findings at staff meetings and contribute to the development of laboratory protocols and training on new techniques.
  • Manage, analyze, and make recommendations on complex data sets for research, and create first drafts for scientific writing and publications.
  • Train and mentor laboratory personnel, and perform other related work as needed.

Requirements

  • PhD in a related field, with a minimum of 5-7 years of work experience in a related job discipline.
  • Experience with Drosophila melanogaster genetics, animal husbandry, and developing and evaluating new experimental methods.
  • Knowledge of standard research techniques relevant to developmental biology, microscopy, and computational data analysis.
  • Proficiency with coding in MATLAB or Python, and experience using ImageJ for image analysis.
  • Quantitative reasoning and proficiency with mathematics, and ability to perform manipulations of embryos.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience with confocal and light-sheet microscopy, and knowledge of standard research techniques relevant to developmental biology.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team, with strong analytical and problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and organizational skills.

Working Conditions

  • Lab environment, with occasional weekend or evening hours as needed while working with animals.


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