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University of Rochester · 4 hours ago

Senior Research Specialist

positionRochester, New York Metropolitan Area
timeFull-time
remoteOnsite
seniorityMid, Senior Level
money$64K/yr - $96K/yr
date2+ years exp

The University of Rochester is committed to fostering an inclusive and welcoming culture. They are seeking a Senior Research Specialist to design independent pilot research projects, analyze experimental data, and supervise lab members in the Department of Orthopaedics and the Center for Musculoskeletal Research.

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Responsibilities

Designs independent pilot research projects, contributes to writing of research proposals, co-authorship of scientific publications, application of new grants, and protocols
Analyzes and evaluates experimental data and interprets results within the scope of the study; assesses the importance of findings in relation to the general research program
Supervise and trains new lab members: any new rotating/permanent graduate students, as well as new post-doctoral candidates and visiting scientists requiring training in laboratory methods and procedures
Performs molecular biological techniques, develops and validates new protocols for cell/molecular biology assessment of tissue
Dissection of mouse tissues, sectioning of paraffin or frozen tissues, histological staining, immunohistochemistry, and in situ hybridization of samples

Qualification

Molecular biology techniquesBioinformaticsData analysisMouse handlingNext-generation sequencingR programmingMicrosoft OfficeOrganizational skillsInterpersonal skillsCommunication skillsTeamwork

Required

Prior experience with mouse handling
Tissue harvest and sample processing
Molecular biology skills (PCR, qRT-PCR, gel electrophoresis, Western blotting, cloning etc.)
Bioinformatics
Data analysis/interpretation
Excellent organizational skills
Careful attention to detail
Interpersonal and communication skills, both verbal and written
Ability to work both independently and within a team environment
Excellent organization skills and time management
Willingness to work with mice
Familiar with R and Microsoft Office software
Doctoral degree with major course work in the field of assignment
Minimum of 2-5 years of relevant postdoctoral training

Benefits

Mentoring opportunities
Co-authorship on published manuscripts

Company

University of Rochester

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The University of Rochester is a private research university located in Rochester, New York.
dateFounded in 1921
location
Rochester, New York, USA
people-size10001+ employees
web-link
https://www.urmc.rochester.edu

H1B Sponsorship

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Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage
Total Funding
$20.43M
Key Investors
National Science FoundationUnitedHealthcareSociety to Improve Diagnosis in Medicine
2023-09-25Grant· $18M
2023-07-26Grant· $0.07M
2022-09-20Grant· $0.05M

Leadership Team

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David Linehan
Chief Executive Officer
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