University of Pittsburgh · 5 hours ago
Research Scientist
Pittsburgh, PA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
5+ years expThe University of Pittsburgh is seeking a Research Scientist to conduct independent scientific research projects related to Alzheimer's disease. The role involves preparing documentation of research results, training undergraduates, managing laboratory policies, and collaborating with a multi-disciplinary research team.
Higher Education
No H1B
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
Basic scientific laboratory work at the bench space
Repetitive pipetting, Handling mice
Must have good eye to hand coordination, excellent visual acuity, and manual dexterity
Must be able to reach/stack consumables on shelves and occasionally move equipment
Must be able to move swiftly between testing rooms; be able to lift and carry 15 pounds
Qualification
Required
Professional Doctorate Degree
5 years of experience
Background in neuroscience
Extensive expertise in marmoset cognitive behaviors
Blood based biomarker analysis
Self-motivated
Passionate
Organized
Great interpersonal skills
Leadership skills
Solid base of knowledge of advanced scientific principles in the fields of marmoset behavior, cognition, and Alzheimer's disease
Basic scientific laboratory work at the bench space
Repetitive pipetting
Handling mice
Good eye to hand coordination
Excellent visual acuity
Manual dexterity
Ability to reach/stack consumables on shelves
Occasionally move equipment
Ability to move swiftly between testing rooms
Ability to lift and carry 15 pounds
Company
University of Pittsburgh
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.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Alexandra Costlow
Communications Specialist for the CFO / SVC Office
Narahari Sastry
Senior Vice Chancellor & CFO
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