Stanford University School of Medicine · 15 hours ago
Sr. Research Scientist (3 Years Fixed-Term)
Stanford, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$105K/yr - $125K/yr
5+ years expStanford University School of Medicine 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 trainees while managing research projects and collaborating with medicinal chemists to contribute to the discovery of novel chemotherapeutics.
EducationHigher EducationMedical
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 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
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Quinton R. Markett
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