Job Description:

Research Scientist

The University of Pittsburgh Department of Immunology is seeking a qualified Research Scientist, Ph.D. Required.

This is a lead scientist position to develop novel approaches to manipulate gene expression in lymphocytes in the Mark Shlomchik lab. Currently three major projects, funded by the NIH, would rely on these technologies to further advance the work. The incumbent in this position will evaluate, plan, and test multiple approaches to targeting various B cell (and possibly T cell) types, including CRISPR-based, shRNA, and Cre-based.

This entails executing major aspects of the project including high level data interpretation/presentation, report writing, and integrating biological data. Must have extensive experience with a wide variety of immunological and gene engineering techniques, including in vivo mouse work, bone marrow chimeras, retroviral engineering and infection, retrogenic mice, in vitro cultures, molecular cloning, B cell functional assays, multiparameter flow cytometry, and genomic analysis.

Job Summary

Conducts independent scientific research projects from inception to presentation. Prepares and crafts various documentations of research results into manuscripts, proposals, grant applications, and presentations. Trains undergraduates and research technicians. Manages laboratory policies and coordinates project development in collaboration with other specialists.

Essential Functions

1. Must be able to independently work with minimum consultation with the principal investigator.

2. Must stay abreast of the literature and incorporate new ideas and discoveries into the project.

3. Must possess investigator leadership skills, self-direction, ability to coordinate complex experiments, and to communicate the experiments and results in seminars and in scientific journals.

Physical Effort

Minimal Physical Effort Required

The University of Pittsburgh is committed to championing all aspects of diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility within our community. This commitment is a fundamental value of the University and is crucial in helping us advance our mission, which includes attracting and retaining diverse workforces. We will continue to create and maintain an environment that allows individuals to discover, belong, contribute, and grow, while honoring the experiences, perspectives, and unique identities of all.

The University of Pittsburgh is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and values equality of opportunity, human dignity and diversity. EOE, including disability/vets.

Assignment Category: Full-time regular

Job Classification: Staff.Research Scientist

Job Family: Research

Job Sub Family: Research Science

Campus: Pittsburgh

Minimum Education Level Required: Professional Doctorate Degree

Minimum Years of Experience Required: 5

Will this position accept substitution in lieu of education or experience: No

Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Work Arrangement: Monday - Friday, 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Hiring Range: $53,617.00 to $89,362.00

Relocation_Offered: No

Visa Sponsorship Provided: No

Background Check: For position finalists, employment with the University will require successful completion of a background check

Child Protection Clearances: Not Applicable

Required Documents: Resume

Optional Documents: Cover Letter

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