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Stanford University · 2 months ago

Life Science Research Professional 2 (1-Year Fixed-Term)

Stanford, CA

Full-time

Onsite

Entry, Mid Level

$85K/yr - $100K/yr

2+ years exp

Stanford University is seeking a Life Science Research Professional 2 to perform complex functions in defined research projects within the Ross Laboratory. The role involves conducting experiments, developing research protocols, and contributing to publications while ensuring compliance with safety regulations.

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Responsibilities

Independently conduct a portion of the research project(s). Make recommendations on experimental design and/or research direction to principal investigator

Independently conduct complex (lab and/or field) experiments to gather data for a portion of a major research project

Interpret and analyze results, often where few guidelines exist, and make modifications to existing procedures and protocols

Develop new research protocols where appropriate protocols are not described in the literature or where modification or adaptation of standard procedures and protocols is required

Participate in multidisciplinary teams across different faculties or schools

Perform ongoing literature review to remain current with new procedures and related research; apply to ongoing research and development of new protocols

Contribute substantively to the preparation of papers for publication, especially in the results section, and to publication of findings

Present ongoing work to colleagues and/or academic conferences

Oversee supply and equipment budget under supervision of principal investigator or business manager

Work with health and safety department to ensure lab complies with regulations and all required trainings

Supervise (either formally or informally) staff or students as needed, including oversight and direction on techniques, as well as consultation on project work

Serve as a technical resource for other research staff

Oversee the daily activities of the laboratory including lab maintenance; maintain lab stock, manage chemical inventory and safety records, and provide general lab support as needed

May assist with purchasing laboratory equipment

Other duties may also be assigned

Qualification

Molecular biology techniquesStem cell biologyCancer biologyFlow cytometry analysisTissue cultureData analysisSupervision skillsGeneral computer skillsCommunicationOrganizational skills

Required

Bachelor's degree in related scientific field and two years of relevant work experience; or Master's degree in a related scientific field

Comprehensive understanding of scientific principles

General computer skills and ability to quickly learn and master computer programs, databases, and scientific applications

Strong analytical skills and excellent judgment

Ability to maintain detailed records of experiments and outcomes

Ability to work under deadlines with general guidance is essential

Excellent organizational skills and demonstrated ability to accurately complete detailed work

Frequently stand, walk, twist, bend, stoop, squat, grasp lightly, use fine manipulation, grasp forcefully, perform desk-based computer tasks, use telephone, write by hand, lift, carry, push and pull objects weighing over 40 pounds

Occasionally sit, kneel, crawl, reach and work above shoulders, sort and file paperwork or parts

Rarely climb, scrub, sweep, mop, chop and mix or operate hand and foot controls

Must have correctible vision to perform duties of the job

Ability to bend, squat, kneel, stand, reach above shoulder level, and move on hard surfaces for up to eight hours

Ability to lift heavy objects weighing up to 50 pounds

Ability to work in a dusty, dirty, and odorous environment

Position may require repetitive motion

Preferred

Background in stem cell biology, cancer biology, and/or immunology

Expertise with molecular biology techniques such as DNA/RNA isolation, PCR, qPCR, CRISPR/Cas9, and/or cloning

Excellent written and oral communication skills

Organized and capable of maintaining detailed experimental records

Able to: operate a computer and software; including knowledge of Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Adobe Acrobat; oversee lab maintenance, inventory, and ordering of supplies; supervise and/or train laboratory staff or students

Experience in: drafting and maintaining IRB, IACUC, and/or laboratory safety protocols; tissue culture of human and mouse cell lines; mouse colony management, husbandry, and care; human and mouse tissue processing; GraphPad Prism, R, and FlowJo; flow-cytometry analysis and sorting

Benefits

Stanford University provides pay ranges representing its good faith estimate of what the university reasonably expects to pay for a position.

At Stanford University, base pay represents only one aspect of the comprehensive rewards package.

The Cardinal at Work website (https://cardinalatwork.stanford.edu/benefits-rewards) provides detailed information on Stanford's extensive range of benefits and rewards offered to employees.

Specifics about the rewards package for this position may be discussed during the hiring process.

Company

Stanford University

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Stanford University is a teaching and research university that focuses on graduate programs in law, medicine, education, and business.

Founded in 1885

Stanford, California, USA

10001+ employees

http://www.stanford.edu

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