Research Scientist

3 days ago

Grand Rapids, United States Van Andel Institute Full time
Van Andel Institute (VAI), a world-class biomedical research institute, located in Grand Rapids, Michigan, is dedicated to improving human health. We are pioneers in the fight against cancer, Parkinson's, and other diseases. We are committed to inspiring the next generation of scientists and educators.

Research Scientist / Research Associate - R. Jones Laboratory

The lab of Russell Jones, Ph.D., within the Department of Metabolism and Nutritional Programming, is seeking to hire a full time Research Scientist or Research Associate to join his research team. The designated position will depend on the education and experience of the candidate.

Dr. Jones' Research Focuses On The Following Areas

  • Immunometabolism: Exploring how cells of the immune system use different fuels to power their ability to fight infection. Our goal is to understand how to manipulate metabolic pathways to enhance protective immunity to pathogens and cancer.
  • Cancer cell metabolism: Explore how metabolic pathways are reprogrammed to support cancer progression, with a particular focus on glucose and ketone body metabolism.
  • Dietary regulation of immunty: Understanding how different diets alter immune cell function and metabolism, and exploring how metabolic pathways are regulated in response to diet-induced changes to nutrient levels in the microenvironment.
  • Metabolomics: Developing new methods and approaches to study cellular metabolism at the molecular level using mass spectrometry.

In this role as a Research Scientist or Research, you will:

  • Provide exceptional scientific leadership and help drive projects forward
  • Design and execute experiments for lab projects
  • Mentor and train research trainees on experimental techniques and protocols
  • Collaborate with the VAI metabolomics core facility to develop metabolomics protocols
  • Participate in writing publications and grant applications
  • You will possess a Ph.D. degree and 5 or more years of experience, focusing on immunology, biochemistry, molecular and cell biology, cancer biology, or a related field.

The ideal candidate should possess the following characteristics:

  • A self-driven and hard-working individual who has a strong curiosity about basic science and its clinical application
  • A highly organized multi-tasker who pays attention to detail and values research integrity
  • A collegial team member with the ability to interact effectively and cordially with colleagues
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills
  • Experience with manuscript writing, figure design, and grant applications
  • Experience with mammalian tissue culture and/or animal work
  • Experience in immunological techniques, including multi-parameter flow cytometry
  • Hands on experience or motivation to gain experience with metabolic techniques, including mass spectrometry, metabolomics, and metabolic tracing/flux experiments
  • Experience with bioinformatics and working knowledge of scripting languages (e.g. R) is considered an asset

EXPECTATIONS

The following expectations should be met within the first 3 months.

  • 1-3 months - Develop a solid understanding of lab projects and background, develop familiarity with lab techniques and approaches. Learn institutional systems for daily lab operations including safety, ordering, inventories, and similar.
  • 3-6 months - Take leadership role in lab project coordination, experimental design and execution, assist with training new lab members, serve as a technical resource for other research staff.

COMPENSATION and BENEFITS All fulltime employees of Van Andel Institute are eligible for benefits, effective Day One This is a salaried position, which will be based on your experience and skills.

How To Apply

If you possess these attributes and enjoy working with motivated and driven people, we welcome speaking with you and encourage you to apply today

  • A cover letter describing your research interests, experience, and how you might contribute to research in the Jones Lab.
  • An up-to-date Curriculum Vitae.
  • A list of 2-3 individuals who have agreed to act as references along with their contact details.

Please contact Natalie Hartford (Natalie.Hartford@vai.org) for further information or questions, or if you have any difficulty with the application process.

About Van Andel Institute

Established in Grand Rapids, Michigan, in 1996 by the Van Andel family, VAI is now home to nearly 500 scientists, educators and support staff, who work with national and international collaborators to foster discovery. The Institute's scientists study the origins of cancer, Parkinson's and other diseases and translate their findings into breakthrough prevention and treatment strategies. Our educators develop inquiry-based approaches for K-12 education to help students and teachers prepare the next generation of problem-solvers, while our Graduate School offers a rigorous, research-intensive Ph.D. program in molecular and cellular biology.

VAI is committed to achieving excellence through increasing diversity. We actively encourage applications from women, persons of color, persons with disabilities, and other underrepresented groups.

Van Andel Institute is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Vietnam Era Veterans Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRAA) Employer.

As Van Andel Institute is a drug free employer, all prospective new employees undergo a urinalysis/drug test as part of our pre-employment process. This is a 7-panel drug screen and it includes testing for Marijuana, Cocaine, Amphetamines, Opiates, PCP, Barbiturates, and Benzodiazepines.

About Grand Rapids, MI

Van Andel Institute is in downtown Grand Rapids, Michigan in the center of the Medical Mile. A remarkable combination of a cosmopolitan atmosphere and small-town warmth, Grand Rapids is known for its philanthropic and sustainability-driven community. It's fun affordable and family-friendly.

Located on the banks of the Grand River, Grand Rapids offers all the big-city excitement you'd expect from a million-resident metropolis, featuring hundreds of restaurants and nightspots, theaters, museums, sports and concerts. The safe and clean downtown is surrounded by an eclectic mix of walkable neighborhoods and natural areas. The downtown area is safe and clean with an eclectic mix of walkable neighborhoods and natural areas.

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