University of Miami · 21 hours ago
Scientist - Cancer Modeling
Miami, FL
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
10+ years expThe University of Miami is a leading academic institution with a focus on health and research, and they are seeking a Senior Scientist to support the Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center's research goals. The role involves overseeing research projects, authoring publications, and developing training materials while ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
Higher Education
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 experiments 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 preclinical and translational-related services
These services include disease modeling, noninvasive imaging, histopathology, transgenic and functional genomics services
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 and tissue-based research services
Advises, supports, and trains relevant personnel on technical procedures, techniques, and reagents needed generating the required SOPs to support in vivo and tissue-based research services
Participates in staff evaluation and training
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
This includes supervision of project scheduling, sample and process tracking, quality analysis of results, troubleshooting, and billing for services
Assists the Director in tracking service provision statistics and quality assessments and in reporting the financial and technical status, achievements and challenges, and scientific impact of the facility
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 in vivo and tissue-based research field including major advances and emerging trends
Supports administratively the director, the facility and general shared resources activities
Organizes educational workshops and seminars, user group and lab meetings
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
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
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
Ability to work closely with individuals from a broad range of fields, including clinical, translational and basic research disciplines
Track record of prioritizing multiple, complex, high priority tasks and ensuring timely delivery to meet customer needs
Demonstrated success in designing and implementing new operational procedures in partnership with stakeholders
Ability to work independently and as part of team
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
Ph.D., M.D. or other doctoral level degree in molecular biological, veterinary or biomedical sciences preferred
Minimum 10 years of relevant experience in field of genetic engineering and/or animal models
Experience in service provision and/or management in a research core facility is preferred
Proactively helpful in all aspects of the job, whether it involves communication, training, reporting, or project/team management
Mechanical ability and dexterity when performing the different lab-related techniques
Skill in completing assignments accurately and with attention to detail
Ability to understand and follow specific instructions and procedures
Benefits
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Company
University of Miami
At UM you'll join a diverse and energized academic community.
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