Stanford University School of Medicine · 17 hours ago
Research Scientist (1 Year Fixed Term)
Stanford, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$77K/yr - $84K/yr
2+ years expStanford University School of Medicine is seeking an experienced virologist to join the Yang Lab as a Basic Life Science Research Scientist. The successful candidate will contribute to developing prototype drugs to combat chronic viral infection through evaluation of small molecules and mentoring junior team members.
EducationHigher EducationMedical
Responsibilities
Evaluation of small molecules in biochemical, cell biological, and virological assays
Characterization of small molecule mechanisms of action
Development of novel assays for evaluating and optimizing compounds with induced proximity mechanisms of action
Write scientific sections of grant applications and progress reports
Mentor/supervise junior members of the research team
Qualification
Required
Ph.D. in virology, cell or molecular biology, or biochemistry plus at least 2 years of postdoctoral training that includes prior experience with molecular virology of gammaherpesviruses or retroviruses, including molecular biology and reverse genetics; replication and reactivation assays; cell line generation and optimization
Knowledge of EBV biology and EBV-associated cancers or HIV virology is essential
Ability to manage your own research and contribute ideas for new directions and funding opportunities
Ability to identify and pilot the appropriate approaches to answer experimental questions/problems and to independently design experiments to advance projects are required
Excellent quantitative and communication skills and ability to collaborate are essential
Strong oral/written communication skills, strong accuracy and attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple projects and priorities to achieve desired goals
Knowledge and skill in applying quantitative methods to biological problems and experiments
Preferred
Experience managing and mentoring junior scientists in the laboratory is highly desired
Computer literacy with emphasis on Windows operating systems and software applications; working knowledge of Microsoft Office, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, Graphpad Prism, and other quantitative analysis programs
Most important is that you thrive working in a collaborative and fast-paced environment and that you are willing to learn and evolve as a scientist
Company
Stanford University School of Medicine
Stanford University School of Medicine is the medical school of Stanford University. It is a sub-organization of Stanford University.
5001-10000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$10MKey Investors
American Medical Association
2023-06-21Grant
2017-07-19Grant· $10M
Leadership Team
Darius M. Moshfeghi
Chief of Retina Division: Vitreoretinal Surgery and Medical Diseases
Quinton R. Markett
Research Professional, Utz Lab, Department of Medicine, Division of Immunology & Rheumatology
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