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Research Scientist (BioPhysics)
Department of Physics
The Grainger College of Engineering
University of IllinoisUrbana-Champaign
The Department of Physics in The Grainger College of Engineeringseeks applicants for a Research Scientist in Biological Physics position.This position will conduct genome-wide measurements of gene expression kineticsto establish generalizable rules for bacterial gene regulation in the Dr. Sangjin Kim Lab.This position will include assisting in the training of students andpreparation of publications.
Duties andResponsibilities :
- Independently plan and conduct experiments in RNA kinetics usingreal-time PCR and RNA seq.
- Analyzing data from experiments.
- Supporting laboratory needs in the wet lab.
- Assisting in the training of graduate and undergraduate students.
- Preparing manuscripts and other presentations for publicationand other presentations for national and international meetings. Assume additional appropriate related duties to further the mission of the department.
Minimum Qualifications :
APPOINTMENTINFORMATION
This is a full-time academic professional position appointed on a12-month service basis. The expected start date is as soon as possible afterthe closing date. Applicants may beinterviewed before the closing date; however, no hiring decision will be madeuntil after that date. The budgeted salary range for this position is $60,000 -$68,000. Salary is competitive and commensurate with qualifications andexperience, while also considering internal equity. This position will beexpected to work at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign campus on afull-time basis per the University'sWorkplace Flexibility policy. Sponsorship for work authorization isavailable for this position.
APPLICATION PROCEDURES AND DEADLINE INFORMATION
Applications must be received by 6 : 00 pm (CST) on March 10, 2025 .Apply for this position using the Apply Now button at the top or bottom of thisposting. Please upload your cover letter, resume, and names / contact informationfor three references. Applications notsubmitted through will not be considered. For furtherinformation about this specific position, please contact StephanieSwearingen, sswearin@illinois.edu. For questions regarding the applicationprocess, please contact 217-333-2137.
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Requisition ID : 1028627
Job Category : Research
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Salary : $60,000 - $68,000
