Staff Scientist
University of Rochester · Rochester, New York Metropolitan Area · 2 mo ago
Analyst$29.05–$40.67/hrPart-time
Responsibilities
- Identify/design and interpret experiments related to phage recombinase-mediated integration of DNA.
- Formulates research methods and approaches to answer specific questions aligned with overall laboratory research goals.
- Investigate mechanisms dictating DNA fate in bacterial cells.
- Scientific writing for manuscripts including design and construction of figures, must be facile with Adobe suite and Prism software.
- Serves as a resource for standard protocols, troubleshooting, and data interpretation.
- Performs experiments using techniques that include standard microbiology and molecular biology approaches, microscopy, cell signaling assays, immunofluorescence staining.
- Writes protocols.
- Labs management responsibilities, including maintenance of records, ordering, biosafety compliance.
- Coordinates with and contacts outside vendors and technical representatives for routine equipment maintenance and supply inquiries.
Requirements
- PhD Required
- 2 years of relevant postdoctoral training or equivalent combination of education and experience
Qualifications
- Bacterial genetics of pathogens and willingness to be trained.
- Assay development, data interpretation and presentation.
- Protein biochemistry, cell biology/cell signaling.
- Ability to troubleshoot and repair equipment as needed.
Skills
- Strong writing skills.
Benefits
- Comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off.
Pay
- $29.05 - $40.67 per hour
Schedule
- Part time, Scheduled Weekly Hours 17.5