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University of Miami · 12 hours ago

Scientist

Miami, FL

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

10+ years exp

The University of Miami is seeking a Transgenic and Gene Targeting Scientist to support research goals at the UHealth campus. The role involves overseeing research staff, conducting complex experiments in genetic engineering, and contributing to the scientific community through publications and presentations.

Higher Education

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Oversees research employees, students, and other relevant staff

Authors scientific publications, technical and agency reports, and patent applications

Assists in the development of training materials for research staff

Plans experiment and records and analyzes findings

Prepares research proposals and funding applications

Ensures that all activities are in compliance with applicable quality and regulatory standards

Maintains current knowledge of relevant scientific and technical developments

Presents ongoing work and findings to colleagues at academic conferences

Adheres to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguards University assets

Ensure the implementation of the transgenic and genetic engineering services

These services include the use of CRISPR/Cas9 targeting to produce gene knockouts, conditional knockouts, single-point mutations, and insertions and gene fusions, also simultaneously mutating multiple genes in a single experiment; transgenic mice generation by injecting plasmid or bacterial artificial chromosome DNA constructs into inbred and outbred mouse strains; knockout (KO) mice, conditional knockout (CKO) mice, knock-in (KI) mice generation using traditional ES cell targeting including C57BL6 ESCs; ES cell, tetraploid and iPS cell microinjection; rederivation; embryo and sperm cryopreservation; in vitro fertilization; tail biopsy and genotyping

Independently conduct research projects based on reviews of scientific literature and recent advances in related fields while contributing original/novel ideas of major methodological significance to projects, designing key experiments, and developing new techniques while ensuring the adequate integration with the rest of the services offered by the facility to provide state-of-the-art in vivo services

Advises, supports, and trains relevant personnel on technical procedures, techniques, and reagents needed generating the required SOPs to support functional genomics services

Manages and coordinates the activities of assigned project(s) with responsibility for results in terms of costs, methods, and resources while evaluates best ways to improve desired outcomes together with the director

Work with the director and the team to develop, adapt and implement new services and state-of-the-art technologies while maintaining up-to-date knowledge of the genetic engineering and in vivo transgenesis field including major advances and emerging trends

Adhere to University and unit-level policies and procedures; safeguard University assets; participate in University/outside educational training as required

Perform other duties as requested

Qualification

Genetic engineeringCRISPR/Cas9Transgenic mice generationData analysis softwareMolecular biology proceduresProject managementInterpersonal skillsCritical thinkingTime managementCommunication skills

Required

Ph.D., M.D. or other doctoral level degree in relevant field

Minimum 10 years of relevant experience

Skill in collecting, organizing, and analyzing data

Ability to recognize, analyze, and solve a variety of problems

Ability to exercise sound judgment in making critical decisions

Ph.D., M.D. or other doctoral level degree in molecular biological, veterinary or biomedical sciences

Minimum 10 years of relevant experience in field of genetic engineering and/or animal models

Excellent computer skills and proficiency with general and specialized data analysis software and databases is required

Knowledge of the use and maintenance of laboratory facilities and/or specialized equipment

Knowledge of molecular biology procedures, general laboratory operations and/or procedures, as well as knowledge of supplies, equipment, and/or services ordering

Self-motivated individual with a strong desire to learn

Exceptional critical thinking and strong analytical, problem solving, and troubleshooting skills

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

Ability to train and manage people

Excellent English (both verbal and written) required

Ability to shift focus between multiple projects, organize and prioritize work under pressure while meeting deadlines

Excellent time-management skills

Ability to work evenings, nights, and weekends as necessary

Commitment to the University's core values

Ability to work independently and in a collaborative environment

Ability to work in an interdisciplinary team under the direction of the Director of the Facility

Ability to perform other duties as assigned

Preferred

Experience in service provision and/or management in a research core facility

Benefits

Medical

Dental

Tuition remission

And more

Company

University of Miami

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At UM you'll join a diverse and energized academic community.

Founded in 1925

Coral Gables, fl, US

5001-10000 employees

http://miami.edu

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