Bailey Lab Scientist
Bailey Lab Scientist
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Job Description
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Job Category:
Academic StaffEmployment Type:
RegularJob Profile:
Scientist IJob Duties:
The goal of the Bailey Laboratory is to make meaningful contributions to the fight against global infectious diseases. This includes using patient data and patient specimens to study the pathogenesis of infectious diseases in humans; developing new animal models to explore the pathophysiology of viral diseases; using animal models to evaluate new therapeutics and vaccines; utilizingin vitrotechnologies and high-throughput screens to investigate molecular mechanisms governing host-pathogen interactions; and developing new tools for the diagnosis of emerging infectious diseases. Providing a culture of curiosity creativity respect and rigor in which the next generation of scientists can maximize their learning potential is also a critical component of the Bailey Labs mission.
This position requires work to be completed onsite at a designated campus work location.
Applicants for this position will be considered for the following titles Scientist I Scientist II. The title is determined by the experience and qualifications of the finalist.
Key Job Responsibilities:
- Serves as a main point of contact and liaison with internal and external stakeholders providing information and representing the interests of a specialized research area
- Assists with the identification of research problems and the development of research methodologies and procedures
- Attends and assists with the facilitation of scholarly events and presentations in support of continued professional development and the dissemination of research information
- Writes or assists in developing grant applications and proposals to secure research funding
- Conducts literature reviews prepares reports and materials and disseminates information to appropriate entities
- Collects and analyzes research data conducts experiments and interviews and documents results according to established policies and procedures under general supervision and limited responsibility
Department:
School of Medicine and Public Health Department of Pathology & Laboratory Medicine Bailey Laboratory
Compensation:
The starting salary for the position is $50000; but is negotiable based on experience and qualifications.
Employees in this position can expect to receive benefits such as generous vacation holidays and sick leave; competitive insurances and savings accounts; retirement benefits. For more information refer to the campus benefits webpage and the SMPH Academic Staff Benefits Flyer.
Required Qualifications:
Experience working in highly collaborative environments
Strong communication skills
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience with protein biochemistry working with research animals immunology assays including flow cytometry
Education:
Ph.D. in Biology Chemistry Biochemistry or related field is required
How to Apply:
To apply for this position please click on the I am a current employee button or I am not a current employee button under Apply Now. You will be prompted to upload the following documents:
- Cover Letter
- Resume
Applicants are to submit a cover letter and resume detailing their training and experience relating to the required and preferred qualifications referenced above. The application reviewers will be relying on written application materials to determine which qualified applicants will advance in the recruitment process. We will notify selected applicants to participate further in the selection process directly. References will be requested of final candidates. All applicants will be notified after the search is complete and a candidate has been selected.
University sponsorship is not available for this position including transfers of sponsorship and TN selected applicant will be responsible for ensuring their continuous eligibility to work in the United States (i.e. a citizen or national of the United States a lawful permanent resident a foreign national authorized to work in the United States without the need of an employer sponsorship) on or before the effective date of appointment. This position is an ongoing position that will require continuous work eligibility. If you are selected for this position you must provide proof of work authorization and eligibility to work.
Contact Information:
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Employment Type
Full-Time
