Job Information
University of Utah Research Scientist in Salt Lake City, Utah
Details
Open Date 02/21/2024
Requisition Number PRN37764B
Job Title Research Scientist
Working Title Research Scientist
Job Grade F
FLSA Code Professional
Patient Sensitive Job Code? No
Standard Hours per Week 40
Full Time or Part Time? Full Time
Shift Day
Work Schedule Summary
VP Area U of U Health - Academics
Department 00276 - Pharmacology and Toxicology
Location Campus
City Salt Lake City, UT
Type of Recruitment External Posting
Pay Rate Range $47,600-$90,000
Close Date
Open Until Filled Yes
Job Summary
The Venosa Laboratory in the Department of Pharmacology & Toxicology at the University of Utah invites applications for a laboratory staff position beginning in 2024. The laboratory is currently studying the epithelial-immune cell crosstalk regulating inflammatory processes in the lung. We are particularly interested in studying how epithelial cell dysfunction (via genetic mutations) exacerbates injury induced by air pollution (i.e., ozone, particulate matter, wildfire smoke). To address this scientific question, we leverage a novel murine model of lung injury and fibrosis initiated by a mutation in the pulmonary epithelial cell specific Surfactant Protein-C. See related publications:https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/29920187;https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/30910861.
Responsibilities
Applicants for the research scientist position will be coordinating three major aspects of the laboratory:
1) COLONY MAINTENANCE – manage and maintain colonies of various mouse models, including PCR -based genotyping; conducting timed pregnancy (occasional); performing DNA / RNA purification.
2) WET BENCH EXPERIMENT – the laboratory specialist will perform mouse procedures including surgeries (training will be provided), drug delivery (intraperitoneal, intravascular and intratracheal), and biochemical analysis of tissue (special stain, histochemistry, western blot).
3) CLERICAL WORK – the position will include day-to-day lab material purchases, ability to maintain the laboratory and the animal colony up to ASCUC and EHS standards, as well as keeping well organized and rigorous records.
Depending on previous experience, the research scientist will be asked to perform all the tasks listed above at the highest level. In addition, a laboratory manager will be required to have the critical thinking skills pertaining to the optimization of assays, mentoring abilities towards undergraduate and junior graduate students, active participation in study design, execution, analysis, and presentation of scientific data.
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in biology, chemistry or other scientific discipline in a related field plus four years of experience or equivalency required. Demonstrated human relations and effective communication skills also required.
Application Procedures:
For additional information regarding the project or to apply for this position, please email Dr. Alessandro Venosa (alessandro.venosa@pharm.utah.edu) with subject line tailored to the position you re applying for. Please include a brief cover letter describing your experiences, current CV (including references from previous supervisors (up to 3).
This job description is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to the job.
Work Environment and Level of Frequency that may be required
Nearly Continuously: Office environment.
Physical Requirements and Level of Frequency that may be required
Nearly Continuously: Sitting, hearing, listening, talking.
Often: Repetitive hand motion (such as typing), walking.
Seldom: Bending, reaching overhead.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in biology, chemistry or other scientific discipline in a related field plus four years of experience or equivalency (one year of education can be substituted for two years of related work experience) required. Demonstrated human relations and effective communication skills also required.
Applicants must demonstrate the potential ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined in the position description.
Preferences
Type Benefited Staff
Special Instructions Summary
Additional Information
The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at (801) 581-7447 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS’ post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or University Human Resource Management at (801) 581-7447 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.
This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.
The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and patients from all backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education and quality healthcare for historically underrepresented students and patients.
All qualified individuals are strongly encouraged to apply. Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.
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