Research Scientist - Virology
Research Scientist - Virology
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Job Description
Position Title:
Research Scientist VirologyJob Group:
Professional & ScientificRequired Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelors degreePreferred Qualifications:
Bachelors degree in the biological sciences field.Advanced degree in biological sciences virology molecular biology microbiology or closely related field.
Experience working in a research laboratory.
Experience with molecular techniques and cell culture.
Experience with in vivo experiments.
Job Description:
Summary
The Department of Veterinary Microbiology and Preventive Medicine (VMPM) seeks a skilledResearch Scientist Ito join the Cceres Lab. In this role you will prepare chemical mixes perform molecular and virology techniques and maintain lab operations. You will lead small research projects assist with grant writing and ensure compliance with lab protocols. Additionally you will conduct in vivo studies draft technical reports and work in biosafety level 3 containment. Your responsibilities will also include maintaining lab equipment and supplies tracking personnel training communicating with sales representatives and obtaining necessary lab permits. You will provide guidance to lab personnel and manage reagent orders and packaging.
Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an ongoing basis without sponsorship.
Examples of Duties
Develops designs and conducts one or more small or moderately complex research projects or experiments in line with plan reviews progress and evaluates results.
Formulates research methods and suggests options for improving quality identifies potential problems recommends and implements solutions and collaborates in the development of new techniques.
Assists with publications and writing or developing grants.
Trains users in equipment operation and laboratory techniques explains and demonstrates technology and equipment capabilities operations limitations and outcomes.
Coordinates data collection and screening and verifies the data.
Conducts analysis of data interprets and implements research methodology based on outcome of analysis.
Level Guidelines
Individual contributor position with developing professional and/or technical skills working under immediate to general supervision
Grasps professionallevel knowledge and concepts of field while working in a progressive learning mode
Works on problems and issues of somewhat limited scope
Follows standard practices and procedures in analyzing situations or data for which answers are available or can be obtained
Responds to inquiries and issues escalating to manager or higher level workers as appropriate
May lead projects of limited scope and complexity
May provide guidance to students
Appointment Type:
Regular with Term Appointment (Fixed Term)Proposed End Date or Length of Term:
April 30 2026Number of Months Employed Per Year:
12 Month Work PeriodTime Type:
Full timePay Grade:
PS807Application Instructions:
To apply for this position please click on Apply and complete the Employment Application. Please be prepared to enter or attach the following:
1 Resume/Curriculum Vitae
2 Letter of Application/Cover Letter
If you have questions regarding this application process please email or callor Toll Free:.
Why Choose ISU
Iowa State Employees enjoy comprehensive health and worklife benefits including medical and dental; as well as:
Retirement benefits including defined benefit and defined contribution plans
Generous vacation holiday and sick time and leave plans
Onsite childcare (Ames Iowa)
Life insurance and longterm disability
Flexible Spending Accounts
Various voluntary benefits and discounts
Employee Assistance Program
Wellbeing program
Iowa State offers WorkFlex options for some positions. WorkFlex offers flexibility on when where and how you do your work. For more information please speak with the Hiring Manager.
Original Posting Date:
April 1 2025Posting Close Date:
April 14 2025Job Requisition Number:
R16701Employment Type
Full-Time
