University of Chicago · 1 month ago
Staff Scientist
The University of Chicago is an academic research institution seeking a Staff Scientist for its ovarian cancer research laboratory. The role will advance plasma and spatial proteomics research through method optimization, experimental design, complex data analysis, collaboration management, regulatory compliance, mentoring, and scientific writing.
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Responsibilities
Train, mentor, and supervise laboratory personnel within the development subgroup, including instruction on new techniques, protocol adherence, and data integrity standards
Lead collaborative efforts to optimize proteomics methods, analytical modeling, and data interpretation across multidisciplinary and international partnerships
Serve as the primary contact for proteomics related collaborations, coordinating scientific priorities, troubleshooting technical challenges, and ensuring alignment with project objectives
Ensure compliance of all research activities with institutional, state, and federal regulatory requirements, including support for IRB protocols and human subject research standards
Serve as a scientific resource for data collection, experimental design, and complex data analysis, providing intellectual and technical expertise to advance project goals
Review and refine laboratory protocols, implement new methodologies, and manage complex, high dimensional research datasets
Lead and support scientific writing efforts, including preparation and revision of IRB protocols, peer reviewed publications, and federal and non federal grant submissions
Contribute to proofreading, fact checking, and scientific editing of manuscripts, grant applications, and professional presentations to ensure accuracy and clarity
Serves as a resource for collecting data and performing analysis. Contributes to facilitating and promoting a research project by providing scientific or intellectual information
Reviews laboratory protocols and training on new techniques. Manage complex data sets for research
Leads the contributions to scientific writing and publications, including protocols and grants
Performs other related work as needed
Qualification
Required
Minimum requirements include a PhD in related field
Minimum requirements include knowledge and skills developed through 2-5 years of work experience in a related job discipline
Preferred
PhD in biochemistry, molecular biology, analytical chemistry, bioinformatics, or related discipline/field
3-5 years hands-on experience with LC-MS/MS systems strongly preferred
LC-MS/MS, bottom-up proteomics, sample preparation including working with plasma or tissue samples, bioinformatics/data analysis tools, and experimental design strongly preferred
Strong academic background with a publication record in peer-reviewed journals strongly preferred
Demonstrated knowledge in proteomics, mass spectrometry, cancer biology, translational research, or related scientific disciplines
Proficiency in advanced research methodologies, including proteomic workflows, experimental design, data acquisition, and quantitative analysis
Strong understanding of regulatory policies and procedures governing human subjects research, including IRB requirements and institutional compliance standards
Advanced analytical and critical thinking skills, with the ability to interpret complex, high dimensional datasets and translate findings into meaningful scientific conclusions
Proven problem solving skills, including the ability to troubleshoot experimental challenges, optimize methods, and refine analytical approaches
Exceptional attention to detail in experimental execution, data management, protocol development, and scientific documentation
Strong organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple concurrent projects, collaborations, and regulatory timelines
Effective verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to contribute to manuscripts, grant applications, protocols, and professional presentations
Demonstrated ability to work both independently with minimal supervision and collaboratively within multidisciplinary and international research teams
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and familiarity with scientific data management and analysis platforms
Collaborative mindset with a commitment to advancing shared research goals while maintaining accountability for individual deliverables
Benefits
Supplements for health insurance
Retirement benefits
A structured career development program
Health benefits
Retirement benefits
Paid time off
Company
University of Chicago
Higher education institution.
H1B Sponsorship
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Current Stage
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David Barclay
CEO - CRSP, LLC
Nancy L Stein
Professor of Psychology, Human Development, NORC; Founder/CEO of Learning and Teaching Sciences, LLC
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