Research Scientist, Department of Radiation Oncology
About The Position
The Tianpeng Zhang Laboratory, in the Department of Radiation Oncology at University of Virginia, seeks to hire a Research Scientist to study the genome integrity maintenance within repetitive genome regions. The incumbent will perform proteomics, biochemical and genetic studies to unravel how DNA replication and repair through the complex secondary structures present in the tandem repetitive sequences and shed light on their associated etiology and therapeutic vulnerabilities. Research Scientists are expected to perform assigned tasks independently. In addition to a firm background in the particular field, Research Scientists should demonstrate the ability to lead small groups and work without additional supervision once objectives are defined and methods of approach are set.
Requirements
- Requires a doctoral degree or master's degree with significant experience
Nice To Haves
- Degree in molecular biology, cellular biology and bioengineering
- High throughput screening experience
- Flow cytometry, particularly FACS sorting
- Previous experiences on cell culture, molecular cloning
Responsibilities
- Specialize in lab and/or other research methods and equipment functions specific to Principal Investigators and/or labs. Demonstrate expertise in troubleshooting problems and recommending solutions. Perform a variety of tests requiring high degree of proficiency.
- Assist in evaluation of research methods, procedures, and techniques based on established objectives.
- Provide basic assistance to researchers in analyzing data using specialized statistical computer software. Evaluate experiment results using statistical and multivariate analyses. Research, compile, and maintain complex statistical, numerical, and computerized reports.
- Assist in instructing lab academic sections in lab methods, procedures, and safety.
- Explain work instructions and may adapt general methods and procedures in order to meet the needs of the research.
- Assist in training other staff members on procedures.
- In addition to the above job responsibilities, other duties may be assigned.
Benefits
- This is an exempt-level, benefited position.
- Learn more about UVA benefits.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
