Staff Scientist

** Department
* * PSD Chemistry:
He Group
** About the Department
** One of the first departments founded at the University of Chicago was the Department of Chemistry. Since then, The University of Chicago has been the recipient of more than 73 Nobel Prize recipients, 15 of which came from the Department of Chemistry. Our current faculty have considerable strength in inorganic, organic, and physical chemistry, as well as in interdisciplinary research that delves into biology, physics, and materials science.
** Job Summary
** The principal contribution of a Staff Scientist is leading translational research projects under mentorship of Dr. Chuan He in the Department of Chemistry. The He Lab group is looking for a highly experienced scientist who has previous research experience in RNA methylation and histone modification in the regulation of root development in Arabidopsis and rice.
** Responsibilities
* ** Under general supervision of principal investigator, oversee and assist with the complex technical duties in a laboratory doing non-clinical research.
* Collaborate with members of the lab with others in the Institute and with off-campus partners.
* Compile documents and assists with interpreting presentations or reports stemming from scientific contributions in the laboratory.
* Gives frequent internal and occasional external talks and tutorials on the thinking and work progress of their research.
* Contributes to scientific writing and publications, including protocols and grants.
* Mentor and assist lab technician and undergraduate students within the group.
* Performs experiments and collects and analyzes data. Participates in the promotion of a research project.
* Participates in the preparation and writing of grant applications and reports, and co-authors/authors scientific research manuscripts. Provides peer review of grant applications and scientific manuscripts.
* May present work at scientific meetings.
* Performs other related work as needed.
** Minimum Qualifications
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* Education:

** Minimum requirements include a PhD in related field.
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* Work Experience:

** Minimum requirements include knowledge and skills developed through < 2 years of work experience in a related job discipline.
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* Certifications:

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* Preferred Qualifications:

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* Education:

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* * PhD in Biology, Molecular Biology, Plant Biology.
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* Experience:

*** Previous Postdoctoral experience.
** Technical Knowledge or

Skills:

*** Knowledge of basic computer proficiency including computer programs and standard laboratory equipment.
* Knowledge of relevant scientific fields.
* Knowledge of regulatory policies and procedures.
** Preferred Competencies
*** Problem-solving, organization, analytical, and coordination skills including attention to detail.
* Excellent oral and written communication skills.
* Ability to read and comprehend scientific and technical literature, and methods to stay abreast of developments in the field.
* Ability to work independently and as a part of a team and interact with a diverse workforce.
* Ability to think creatively.
* Ability to articulate their scientific discoveries both in written publications and in talks.
** Application Documents
*** Resume (required)
* References (preferred)
When applying, the document(s)
** MUST
* * be uploaded via the
** My Experience
** page, in the section titled
** Application Documents
** of the application.
** Job Family
** Research
* * Role Impact
** Individual Contributor
** Scheduled*
* ** Weekly Hours
** 37.5
** Drug Test Required
** No
* * Health Screen Required
** No
* * Motor Vehicle Record Inquiry Required
** No
* * Pay Rate Type
** Salary
** FLSA Status
** Exempt
** Pay Range**$67,000.00

The included pay rate or range represents the University’s good faith estimate of the possible compensation offer for this role at the time of posting.
** Benefits Eligible
** Yes The University of Chicago offers a wide range of benefits programs and resources for eligible employees, including health, retirement, and paid time off. Information about the benefit offerings can be found in the
** Posting Statement
** The University of Chicago is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race,…