Basic Life Research Scientist (2-Year Fixed-Term)
Stanford University

Basic Life Research Scientist (2-Year Fixed-Term)🔍School of Medicine, Stanford, California, United States📁Research📅Nov 21, 2023 Post Date📅101506 Requisition #We are seeking a highly motivated and team-oriented Research Scientist to join RNA Medicine program at Stanford led by Professor Howard Chang. The successful candidate will work with a multidisciplinary research team on the design and development of novel RNA therapeutics. Research is focused on addressing technology bottlenecks for the use of mRNAs, long noncoding RNAs, and circular RNAs for immune modulation, genome editing, and vaccines with broad applications for addressing human diseases.

This will be a 2-year fixed-term positions with a possibility for extension based on performance and the availability of funding.
Responsibilities of the Research Scientist will include molecular cloning, RNA purification, protein production, cell culture, protocol optimization and scaling, novel assay development, attendance at weekly lab meetings, and participation in the training of postdoctoral fellows, graduate students, and research assistants. S/he will be involved in multiple projects and will be expected to make scientific and written contributions to justify first or co-authorship on manuscripts for publication.Required:

PhD and/or MD degree with at least 5 years of relevant research experience in academia and/or industry Strong background in molecular biology, RNA biology, and mammalian cell cultureProven track record in researchAbility to work both independently and collaboratively

Preferred:

Experience with RNA formulation, protein production, and technology developmentExperience with gene transfer, functional genomics, or immunology

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The expected pay range for this position is $80,000 to $100,000 per annum.Stanford University has provided a pay range representing its good faith estimate of what the university reasonably expects to pay for the position. The pay offered to the selected candidate will be determined based on factors including (but not limited to) the experience and qualifications of the selected candidate including equivalent years since their applicable education, field or discipline; departmental budget availability; internal equity; among other factors. At Stanford University, base pay represents only one aspect of the comprehensive rewards package. The Cardinal at Work website (https://cardinalatwork.stanford.edu/benefits-rewards) provides detailed information on Stanford's extensive range of benefits and rewards offered to employees. Specifics about the rewards package for this position may be discussed during the hiring process.Consistent with its obligations under the law, the University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should contact Stanford University Human Resources by submitting a contact form.Stanford is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.The job duties listed are typical examples of work performed by positions in this job classification and are not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, tasks, and responsibilities. Specific duties and responsibilities may vary depending on department or program needs without changing the general nature and scope of the job or level of responsibility. Employees may also perform other duties as assigned.Additional Information

• Schedule: Full-time
• Job Code: 5574
• Employee Status: Fixed-Term
• Grade: R99
• Requisition ID: 101506
• Work Arrangement : On Site

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