Biological Scientist IV-Department of Neurosurgery-BTIP

Staff Full-Time position located at Main Campus (Gainesville, FL) within the Department of Neurosurgery.

About the role

The Biological Scientist IV will independently lead a project on the development of cellular immunotherapy against DIPG in pre-clinical models. This includes design and execution of experiments, data analysis, and general laboratory management duties. The role involves monitoring and caring for laboratory animals within the Preston A. Wells Jr Center for Brain Tumor Therapy.

Responsibilities

• Independently design and execute experiments, including animal surgeries, cell culture, flow cytometry, confocal microscopy, and RNA seq analysis.
• Analyze and report experimental data, adjusting or modifying experimental designs as necessary.
• Maintain experimental animals.
• Manage laboratory operations, including:
  • Maintaining lab equipment and updated inventory.
  • Purchasing lab and office supplies.
  • Maintaining laboratory safety programs and training personnel in safety techniques.
  • Keeping laboratory records, preparing reagents, and maintaining clean work areas.
  • Managing chemical and biological waste.
• Lead and manage the laboratory in the absence of the Principal Investigator (PI).
• Independently write manuscripts and grants.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in biology or a related field and thirteen years of experience, or
• Master's degree in biology or a related field with eleven years of experience, or
• Doctoral degree in biology or related field with eight years of experience.

Qualifications

• Experience in cell culture, flow cytometry, and animal methods.
• Experience in experimental design.
• Experience in writing publication-quality manuscripts and reviews.

Pay

$81,100–$92,200