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Staff Scientist

Job Description


Department
 

PSD Chemistry: Faculty Support


About the Department
 

One of the first departments founded at the University of Chicago was the Department of Chemistry. Since then, The University of Chicago has been the recipient of more than 73 Nobel Prize recipients, 15 of which came from the Department of Chemistry. Our current faculty have considerable strength in inorganic, organic, and physical chemistry, as well as in interdisciplinary research that delves into biology, physics, and materials science.


Job Summary
 

The principal contribution of a Staff Scientist is leading translational research projects under the mentorship of Dr. Chuan He. The He Lab develops novel genome-wide epigenetic and epitranscriptomic mapping technologies with direct translational applications. The background needed to further develop the diagnostic assay include molecular biology, biochemistry, chemical biology, genomics, and bioinformatics analysis. This individual will conduct research activities that concern RNA modifications in early mouse development and will oversee others who work on the project.

Responsibilities

  • Applies genomics tools developed in the He laboratory to map various RNA modifications during mouse early development.

  • Develops new in vivo and in vitro models to utilize newly developed sequencing techniques to dissect biological processes.

  • Manages mouse colonies, including administrative expertise.

  • Research and summarizes findings from animal models in order to formulate a translational approach to analyze biological mechanisms of the disease(s) of interest.

  • Design clinical assays and implement regulatory-based design control.

  • Collaborate with clinicians to design studies utilizing clinical specimens to further refine the assay for clinical needs.

  • Research and summarizes findings from biomarker development with regard to assay development and underlying biological mechanisms of the disease(s) of interest.

  • Oversee all aspects of the project and interface with technicians, postdocs, graduate students, and undergraduate students.

  • Serves as a resource for collecting data and performing analysis. Contributes to facilitating and promoting a research project by providing scientific or intellectual information.

  • Reviews laboratory protocols and training on new techniques. Manage complex data sets for research.

  • Performs other related work as needed.


Minimum Qualifications
 

Education:

Minimum requirements include a PhD in related field.

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Work Experience:

Minimum requirements include knowledge and skills developed through 2-5 years of work experience in a related job discipline.

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Certifications:

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Preferred Qualifications

Education:

  • Ph.D. in developmental biology.

Experience:

  • Research experience in epigenetics.

  • Postdoctoral experience.

Technical Skills or Knowledge:

  • Work with biological specimens.

  • In-vitro diagnostic assay development or clinical assay development.

  • Molecular biology and genomics.

Preferred Competencies

  • Strong background in molecular biology, biochemistry, chemical biology, and genomics (or related fields).

  • Highly motivated Ph.D. interested in translational biology, cancer biology, and NGS-based technologies.

  • Attention to detail.

  • Strong organizational skills.

  • Strong verbal and written communication skills.

  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Working Conditions

  • Wet Laboratory environment.

  • Standard Office environment.

Application Documents

  • 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.



Job Family
 

Research


Role Impact
 

Individual Contributor


FLSA Status
 

Exempt


Pay Frequency
 

Monthly


Scheduled Weekly Hours
 

37.5


Benefits Eligible
 

Yes


Drug Test Required
 

No


Health Screen Required
 

No


Motor Vehicle Record Inquiry Required
 

No


Posting Statement
 

Employees must comply with the University’s COVID-19 vaccination requirements. More information about the requirements can be found on the University of Chicago Vaccination GoForward .
The University of Chicago is an Affirmative Action/ Equal Opportunity/Disabled/Veterans Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, age, status as an individual with a disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or other protected classes under the law. For additional information please see the University's Notice of Nondiscrimination.

 

Staff Job seekers in need of a reasonable accommodation to complete the application process should call 773-702-5800 or submit a request via Applicant Inquiry Form.

 

We seek a diverse pool of applicants who wish to join an academic community that places the highest value on rigorous inquiry and encourages a diversity of perspectives, experiences, groups of individuals, and ideas to inform and stimulate intellectual challenge, engagement, and exchange.

 

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