Stanford University · 1 month ago
Sr. Research Scientist (3 Years Fixed-Term)
Stanford, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$105K/yr - $125K/yr
5+ years expStanford University is seeking a highly motivated Sr. Research Scientist to lead collaborative projects focused on developing experimental cancer therapeutics. The successful candidate will supervise and mentor a group of trainees while managing research projects and collaborating with medicinal chemists to contribute to the discovery of novel chemotherapeutics.
EducationHigher EducationUniversities
Responsibilities
Oversee experiments, researchers, and maintain detailed records of experiments and outcomes
Plan experiments in support of research projects based on knowledge of scientific theory
Contribute to publication of findings and grant applications. Participate in the preparation of written documents, including procedures, presentations, and proposals
Review literature on an ongoing basis to remain current with new procedures and apply learnings to related research
Oversee facility maintenance as needed; maintain instrumentation, related consumables stocks
Assist with orientation and training of new staff or students on lab procedures or techniques
Apply the theories and methods of a life science discipline to interpret and perform analyses of experiment results; offer suggestions regarding modifications to procedures
Other duties may also be assigned
Qualification
Required
Ph.D. in biological sciences
Five years relevant post-Ph.D. experience and a strong publication track-record
Expertise and demonstrated experience in project and people management
Strong organizational skills
Excellent problem solving, written and oral communication skills
Preferred
Previous chemical biology laboratory experience
Basic systems administration skills (NFS, database management, intranet connectivity and security)
Benefits
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Company
Stanford University
Stanford University is a teaching and research university that focuses on graduate programs in law, medicine, education, and business.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$26.52MKey Investors
National Institutes of HealthCalifornia Institute for Regenerative MedicineGRAMMY Museum
2025-09-08Grant
2025-01-30Grant· $5.6M
2023-08-17Grant
Leadership Team
Nadia Roumani
Co-founder and Senior Designer, Designing for Social Systems (DSS) Program, d.school
Howard Wolf
Vice President for Alumni Affairs
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