Scheduled Hours

40

Position Summary

Dr. Grither’s research focuses on tumor-microenvironment interactions and metastasis with a focus in ovarian cancer models. Our research works to better understand the unique cell-cell interactions and signaling pathways present in the ovarian tumor-microenvironment in an effort to tackle the fundamental challenges in tumor biology including dysregulated signaling, metastasis, treatment resistance, and recurrence. Successful candidate will also participate in translational efforts in this area.

We are seeking a highly motivated and rigorous Senior Scientist to join our team. Applicants with a strong background in molecular and cell biology or signaling transduction are encouraged to apply.

Collaborates on designing, conducting and reporting of research projects.

Job Description

• Collaborates on designing, conducting and reporting of research projects.

• Assists with grant preparation and reporting. May submit grant proposals in rare circumstances with the approval of the PI, Department Head and Dean.

• Prepares and submits papers on research.

• Develops hypotheses to be tested and ways of testing it.

• Complies with established safety procedures and maintains required documentation on laboratory and specimen conditions.

• Manages research project with other institutions and investigators.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

Working Conditions:

• Works in a laboratory environment with potential exposure to biological, chemical and radioactive hazards.

• Must be physically able to wear protective equipment and to provide standard care to research animals.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by the personnel so classified. Management reserves the right to revise or amend duties at any time.

Required Qualifications

Education:

Phd Or Terminal Degree Or Combination Of Education And Experience May Substitute For Minimum Education.

Certifications/Professional Licenses:

No specific certification/professional license is required for this position.

Work Experience:

Postdoctoral (3 Years)

Skills:

Not Applicable

Driver's License:

A driver's license is not required for this position.

More About This Job

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience in one or more of the following:

• RNA extraction and handling, cDNA preparation, PCR.
• Molecular cloning and standard molecular biology techniques.
• Mammalian cell culture, particularly work with primary human cells in addition to established cell lines.
• Mouse models, including tissue harvesting and in vivo experimental work.
• CRISPR and shRNAi based genetic perturbation approaches.

Preferred Qualifications

Education:

No additional education unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.

Certifications/Professional Licenses:

No additional certification/professional licenses unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.

Work Experience:

No additional work experience unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.

Skills:

Analytical Problem Solving, Laboratory Instrumentation, Laboratory Processes, Laboratory Techniques, Oral Communications, Teamwork, Working Independently, Written Communication

Grade

R12

Salary Range

$63,400.00 - $115,000.00 / Annually

The salary range reflects base salaries paid for positions in a given job grade across the University. Individual rates within the range will be determined by factors including one's qualifications and performance, equity with others in the department, market rates for positions within the same grade and department budget.

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