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University of Pittsburgh · 1 day ago

Research Scientist

Pittsburgh, PA

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

6+ years exp

The University of Pittsburgh is seeking a Research Scientist to conduct independent scientific research projects in the Ophthalmology Department. The role involves designing experiments, analyzing data, and collaborating with other labs, while also managing laboratory policies and training students.

Higher Education

H1B Sponsored

Responsibilities

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

Designing and performing required experiments, gathering and analyzing the data obtained and publishing the results in peer-reviewed journals

Collaborating with other labs at Pitt and UPMC for the projects

Performing administrative duties for running the lab

Training undergraduate and graduate students on scientific techniques

Presenting findings at conferences

Qualification

Nano-material synthesisGene delivery techniquesMolecular biology techniquesMicroscopy techniquesData analysis

Required

PhD in Bio/ Biomedical Engineering or related discipline with more than 6 years of postdoctoral experience in cancer therapy and non-viral gene delivery and editing techniques

Hands on experience with organic/ inorganic nano-material synthesis/ characterization (EDX, Spectrophotometry), microscopy (TEM, SEM, Confocal), gene delivery/ editing (LNP transfection, CRISPR), molecular biology techniques (cloning, electrophoresis, in-vitro transcription, PCR etc.) and synthesis/ purification of DNA/ RNA

Minimum Education Level Required: Professional Doctorate Degree

Minimum Years Of Experience Required: 5

Benefits

Visa Sponsorship Provided

Company

University of Pittsburgh

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The University of Pittsburgh is a top-ranked, public institution in Pennsylvania and a member of the Association of American Universities of leading research universities.

Founded in 1787

Pittsburgh, PA, US

10001+ employees

https://www.pitt.edu/pittwire

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