"Life Sciences Professional 2"

Post Date: 6 days ago | Requisition #: 107917

SCHOOL/UNIT DESCRIPTION:

Anchored in the Wu Tsai Neurosciences Institute and the Office of the Dean of Research, the new Knight Initiative in Brain Resilience is a cross-disciplinary scientific endeavor aimed at addressing neurodegeneration, aging and brain resilience. Diseases and associated issues of cognitive decline like Alzheimer's, Parkinson's, dementia, and related ailments are increasing with our rapidly aging global population. Stanford seeks to advance a new era of brain science focused on accelerating the fundamental understanding of the aging brain, both the biological causes of neurodegeneration and how to increase brain resilience throughout the lifespan. Our community ranges broadly, consisting of esteemed alumni, world class faculty and students, dynamic staff and administrators and include some of the world's most successful leaders in neuroscience. In realizing our mission, our staff are critical to supporting our organization’s goals and enabling Stanford faculty and students to accomplish its mission conducting cutting-edge research with the objective of formulating innovative solutions to brain-aging, disease, neurodegeneration, dementia and resilience.

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Knight Initiative for Brain Resilience is seeking a Life Sciences Professional 2 to perform various functions and activities involved in research projects dedicated to brain aging and resilience. This position will be responsible for planning and executing genomics and multi-omics experiments, analyzing data, and interpreting results in support of ongoing research projects. The individual in this role will specialize in genomics, liquid handling, and sequencing, and will be expected to take ownership of their assigned portion of the research and make recommendations on experimental design and/or research direction to the principal investigator as needed. This position will also be responsible for developing new research protocols where appropriate protocols are not described in the literature or where modification or adaptation of standard procedures and protocols is required. The individual will work in a multidisciplinary team, to develop new research protocols that lead to new knowledge or understanding, and to communicate the results of the research to both scientific and non-scientific audiences. This position involves overseeing the daily activities of the laboratory including lab maintenance, maintaining lab stock, managing chemical inventory and safety records, and providing general lab support as needed. The Life Sciences Professional 2 may assist with purchasing laboratory equipment and modifying or adapting laboratory equipment and/or developing new instruments to meet the needs of the research projects.

This position is a two-year fixed-term appointment, with possibility of renewal based on programmatic need and funding availability, with a primary work site on Stanford University’s main campus.

CORE DUTIES:

• Independently conduct a portion of the research project(s). Make recommendations on experimental design and/or research direction to principal investigator.
• Independently conduct complex (lab and/or field) experiments to gather data for a portion of a major research project.
• Interpret and analyze results, often where few guidelines exist, and make modifications to existing procedures and protocols.
• Develop new research protocols where appropriate protocols are not described in the literature or where modification or adaptation of standard procedures and protocols is required.
• Participate in multidisciplinary teams across different faculties or schools.
• Perform ongoing literature review to remain current with new procedures and related research; apply to ongoing research and development of new protocols.
• Contribute substantively to the preparation of papers for publication, especially in the results section, and to publication of findings. Present ongoing work to colleagues and/or academic conferences.
• Oversee supply and equipment budget under supervision of principal investigator or business manager.
• Work with health and safety department to ensure lab complies with regulations and all required trainings.
• Supervise (either formally or informally) staff or students as needed, including oversight and direction on techniques, as well as consultation on project work. Serve as a technical resource for other research staff.
• Oversee the daily activities of the laboratory including lab maintenance; maintain lab stock, manage chemical inventory and safety records, and provide general lab support as needed. May assist with purchasing laboratory equipment.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

Education & Experience:

Bachelor's degree in related scientific field and two years of relevant work experience; or Master’s degree in a related scientific field.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Comprehensive understanding of scientific principles.
• General computer skills and ability to quickly learn and master computer programs, databases, and scientific applications.
• Strong analytical skills and excellent judgment.
• Ability to maintain detailed records of experiments and outcomes.
• Ability to work under deadlines with general guidance is essential.
• Excellent organizational skills and demonstrated ability to accurately complete detailed work.
• Experience with various genomics and sequencing techniques such as PCR, qPCR, NGS, etc
• Ability to operate and maintain equipment used in liquid handling, genomics and NGS experiments

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• A Master’s Degree (recommended) in Biology, Bioengineering, Genomics or related field.
• 3+ years of experience in a research lab setting with a focus on genomics, liquid handling, and sequencing
• Strong analytical skills and experience with data analysis software and statistical techniques
• Excellent attention to detail and the ability to keep accurate and organized records
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Frequently grasp lightly/fine manipulation, perform desk-based computer tasks, lift/carry/push/pull objects that weigh up to 10 pounds.
• Frequently stand/walk, sit, twist/bend/stoop/squat, grasp forcefully.
• Rarely kneel/crawl, climb (ladders, scaffolds, or other).

Consistent with its obligations under the law, the University will provide reasonable accommodation to any employee with a disability who requires accommodation to perform the essential functions of the job.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

May work extended or non-standard hours based on project or business needs. Occasional local travel may be required.

WORK STANDARDS:

• Interpersonal Skills: Demonstrates the ability to work well with Stanford colleagues and clients and with external organizations.
• Promote Culture of Safety: Demonstrates commitment to personal responsibility and value for safety; communicates safety concerns; uses and promotes safe behaviors based on training and lessons learned.
• Subject to and expected to comply with all applicable University policies and procedures, including but not limited to the personnel policies and other policies found in the University’s Administrative Guide.

Salary:

The expected pay range for this position is $85,376 to $99,581 per annum.

Stanford University provides pay ranges representing its good faith estimate of what the university reasonably expects to pay for a position. The pay offered to a selected candidate will be determined based on a wide range of factors that are unique to each candidate including but not limited to geographic location, knowledge, skills and abilities, relevant education, depth and breadth of experience, performance; as well as other business and organization needs such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the minimum qualifications, departmental budget availability, and market and internal equity across the unit, department and reporting relationships.

At Stanford University, base pay represents only one aspect of the comprehensive rewards package. The Cardinal at Work website provides detailed information on Stanford’s extensive range of benefits and rewards offered to employees. Specifics about the rewards package for this position may be discussed during the hiring process.