Staff Scientist; Time-Limited - Neurosurgery

Position Summary

Scheduled

Hours:

40 hours per week. Our laboratory focuses on developing innovative computational tools and methods, utilizing advanced single-cell (epi) genomic techniques to understand gene regulation in human diseases, particularly brain tumors and neuropsychiatric disorders.

• Design research protocols and develop procedures for data collection, verification, and management.
• Assist in grant preparation, reporting, and other research-related administrative tasks.
• Perform complex statistical analyses, verify data accuracy, and provide recommendations based on findings.
• Document research topics, prepare interpretative reports, and submit manuscripts for publication or presentation.
• Identify and resolve software and computational issues, and suggest technical or procedural improvements.
• Conduct literature searches related to research projects.
• Perform other duties as assigned within the laboratory environment.

• Master’s degree in Bioinformatics, Computational Biology, or related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Minimum 3 years of laboratory operations experience.
• Strong analytical problem‑solving, communication, computer literacy, data analysis, and data interpretation skills.
• Preferred:
  Ph.D. in a related discipline.

$48,000.00 – $86,900.00 per year (Grade R10).

• Up to 22 days of vacation, 10 recognized holidays, and sick time.
• Competitive health insurance packages with priority appointments and lower copay/coinsurance.
• Defined‑contribution 403(b) retirement savings plan with university match starting at 7%.
• Metro transit U‑Pass for eligible employees.

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