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Research Scientist
Successful candidates will take an interdisciplinary approach to address mechanisms and therapeutic targets of early pre-malignant development of ovarian carcinoma and development of early detection/screening tests/algorithms of ovarian cancer.
Qualified candidates must have a Ph.D. degree in Biology, Cellular Biology, Molecular Biology, or a related field. Cell culture, co-culture of different cell types, in-vitro immunoassays including multiplexed immunoassays, generation of organoids, flow cytometry, molecular techniques, such as RT-qPCR, qPCR, CRISPR, and others
Job Summary
Conducts independent scientific research projects from inception to presentation. Prepares and crafts various documentations of research results into manuscripts, proposals, grant applications, and presentations. Trains undergraduates and research technicians. Manages laboratory policies and coordinates project development in collaboration with other specialists.
Essential Functions
Design, perform, and analyze experiments using the skills listed above. Conceptual design will be developed in discussion with PI and other lab members, while implementation and execution will be carried out independently.
Physical Effort
Moderate physical effort required. May be required to stand/move for several hours at a time. May be required to move objects up to 50 pounds with or without assistance of equipment.
Assignment Category: Full-time regular
Job Classification: Staff.Research Scientist
Job Family: Research
Job Sub Family: Research Science
Campus: Pittsburgh
Minimum Education Level Required: Professional Doctorate Degree
Minimum Years of Experience Required: 5
Will this position accept substitution in lieu of education or experience: No
Work Schedule: 9 am 5 pm
Work Arrangement: 9 am 5 pm
Hiring Range: $53,617 - $71,489
Relocation_Offered: No
Visa Sponsorship Provided: Yes
Background Check: For position finalists, employment with the University will require successful completion of a background check
Child Protection Clearances: Not Applicable
Required Documents: Resume
Optional Documents: Not Applicable
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