Project Scientist

The Project Scientist (1 year contract at Project Scientist, Step 5 with 78% effort) will be a research scientist in the laboratory of Dr. Petrovic. The position involves the planning and execution of a range of biochemical and cell biology experiments relating to the mammalian tight junction architecture, and the training of postdoctoral, graduate, and undergraduate students on the methods and analyses used in the research group. The Project Scientist must have experience with molecular cloning, protein expression, protein purification, biophysical characterization of protein-protein interactions. The Project Scientist must be able to rapidly acquire knowledge in X-ray crystallography and cryogenic electron microscopy as well as the full gamut of biochemistry/molecular biology and cell culture techniques. They will work independently in designing experiments and determining laboratory priorities, and be a partner with the PI in writing research proposals, reports, and manuscripts. The position requires a Ph.D. in Chemistry, Biochemistry, or Molecular Biology, and several years of postdoctoral experience in molecular and cellular biology or equivalent.

Specific qualities include the abilities to:

Perform the full range of benchtop and biochemical and cell biology techniques

Design and plan experiments

Work independently and effectively on several projects simultaneously

Train and supervise lab personnel

Collaborate effectively with other labs and facilities

Prepare and write manuscripts, reports, and proposals

Order, stock, prepare and inventory supplies and chemicals and reagents

Make decisions about maintenance of equipment and purchase of equipment and supplies

Laboratory Safety Officer, and maintenance and implementation of Laboratory Safety Plan

The position requires a Ph.D. in Chemistry, Biochemistry, or Molecular Biology, and several years of postdoctoral experience in molecular and cellular biology or equivalent.

• 3-5 letters of reference required

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As a University employee, you will be required to comply with all applicable University policies and/or collective bargaining agreements, as may be amended from time to time. Federal, state, or local government directives may impose additional requirements.

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As a condition of employment, the finalist will be required to disclose if they are subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct, are currently being investigated for misconduct, left a position during an investigation for alleged misconduct, or have filed an appeal with a previous employer.

• "Misconduct" means any violation of the policies or laws governing conduct at the applicant's previous place of employment, including, but not limited to, violations of policies or laws prohibiting sexual harassment, sexual assault, or other forms of harassment, discrimination, dishonesty, or unethical conduct, as defined by the employer.
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