What are the responsibilities and job description for the Research Fellow position at The Lundquist Institute?
Required Skills & Qualifications :
A PhD in the biological sciences field plus at least 1-2 years of experience in developmental biology, lung biology preferred
Advanced knowledge of biological processes
Expertise in human lung tissue handling and culture
Expertise in cell culture (primary cell and iPSC) and tissue culture
Expertise in molecular biology techniques (RNA, DNA extractions, rt-PCR, electrophoresis, ELISA etc)
Expertise in protein assays (extractions, WB)
Expertise in immunofluorescent staining and fluorescent in situ hybridization (RNAscope)
Expertise in imaging (confocal, light sheet, live-imaging etc.)
Familiarity with siRNA
Familiarity with Flow-cytometry
Familiarity with big data analyses
Ability to think independently and perform appropriate data analysis
Ability to write papers
Ability to write grants
Ability to work as a member of a team and help supervise other team members
Ability to work well under pressure and meet multiple and sometimes conflicting deadlines
Ability to interact in an appropriate and professional manner
Demonstrates cooperative behavior and positive-problem solving and conflict resolution skills
Available to work dependable, flexible shift
- Responsibilities :
Conducting research and publishing papers in academic journals
Designing new scientific projects
Writing grant proposals to secure funding for research projects
Supervising and training students
Attending academic conferences
Participate in professional society events and activities
Participate in institutional activities
Other duties as may be assigned (required
Salary Range : $68,640 / yr.
Salary : $68,640
