The laboratory of Dr. Troy Randall is seeking a Researcher IV to join the fast growing research of the comprehensive flow cytometry laboratory to oversee its core functions. The lab is expecting a high volume of research objectives and is need of a junior level researcher to oversee lab day-to-day lab activities and maintenance of complex lab equipment. The laboratory integrates concepts and techniques concerning molecular biology reactions/library preparations and instrument operation and analysis.
Under supervision and direction, the Researcher IV will obtain a working knowledge of the 10x Chromium, Fluidigm, and Rhapsody instruments. This person is expected to assist in planning/designing of studies and develop modifications and feedback to maintain the lab's objective to improve flow equipment and applications. The Researcher IV will also develop assist in grant, manuscript, and manual writing. This multiscale approach of the lab enables us to enhance the research of the Rheumatic Disease Core which is involves the diagnosis and treatment of patients with arthritis and musculoskeletal diseases.
General Responsibilities
Working with a high degree of independence:
To oversee projects within the laboratory
To assume responsibility for the day-to-day operation of lab activities.
To collect, enter, summarize, analyze, and interpret data.
To contribute significantly to the planning/design of studies.
To help develop long or short-term goals.
Key Duties & Responsibilities
Oversees projects within the laboratory and assumes responsibility for the day-to-day operation of lab activities.
Contributes significantly to the planning/design of studies.
Collects, enters, summarizes, analyzes, and interprets data.
Monitors results, detects, and reports unusual outcomes, develops modifications, and provides data to management.
Participates and helps develop long or short-term goals or strategic business objectives.
With direction, contributes to grant proposals and assists in the preparation and editing of grant applications.
Supervises lab equipment and supplies.
Uses advanced knowledge of lab practices to direct and teach others.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Salary Range $47,486.40 - $85,000.00 annually
Qualifications
Requirements
Doctorate in a related field
OR Master's degree in a related field and two (2) years of related experience
OR Bachelor's degree in related field and four (4) years of related experience
OR Associate's degree in related field and six (6) years of related experience
Work experience may NOT substitute for education requirement.
Preferences
Experience in:
Hashtagging
PCR
Cell counting/viability
Microbiology assays
Flow Cytometry and equipment troubleshooting
Primary Location
:University
Job Category
:Scientific Research
Organization
:310002705 IRCP-Comprehensive Flow Cytometry & Single Cell Core
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