Part-time Research Scientist, Hematology & Oncology

UVA Health•Charlottesville, VA

23h•Remote

About The Position

The Department of Medicine, Division of Hematology & Oncology, at the University of Virginia seeks a part-time, 50% FTE Research Scientist for the laboratory of Dr. Charles E. Chalfant. The position starts as soon as possible and reports to Dr. Chalfant. The laboratory’s externally funded research investigates RNA splicing and lipid signaling in cancer, cardiovascular disease, wound healing, infectious disease, and diabetes, with goals of identifying disease mechanisms that can be targeted to improve clinical outcomes and developing therapeutics. The Research Scientist will serve as Operational Director of the Hematology & Oncology Lipidomics Facility, overseeing instrumentation, protocols, facility users, associated lab specialists, training, and lipidomics data integration and analysis. The candidate is expected to expand research ideas, develop additional skills, contribute to grant writing, and construct and present research papers. Funding comes from non-federal grant funds, state funds, and facility chargebacks. The position is fully remote and may be performed outside Charlottesville, Virginia, consistent with UVA’s remote work guidelines.

Requirements

Doctoral degree, preferably a PhD, MD, or equivalent, in Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, Immunology, or a related field; a master's degree with significant experience may also be accepted.
At least 6–8 years of experience with strong proficiency in lipid signaling, lipidomics, and small molecule mass spectrometry.
Substantial knowledge and skills to foster innovative ideas and interests in lipidomics.
A strong track record of research productivity during PhD and postdoctoral training in lipidomics.
Excellent written and verbal communication and organizational skills.
Ability to work independently and cross-culturally in diverse environments.

Responsibilities

Serve as Operational Director of the Hematology & Oncology Lipidomics Facility under the overall supervision of Dr. Charles E. Chalfant.
Oversee the usage, maintenance, and operation of instruments used for lipidomics analyses.
Develop, update, and modify protocols for small molecule analyses.
Liaise with facility users about experimental needs and troubleshooting.
Provide oversight and direction to lab specialists associated with the facility.
Train laboratory personnel in relevant research areas.
Provide integrations and data analyses related to lipidomics.
Aid in writing grants and construct and present research papers.