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University of Chicago

Staff Scientist

University of Chicago, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290

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Base Pay Range $67,000.00/yr - $67,000.00/yr

Department PSD Chemistry: He Group

About the Department One of the first departments founded at the University of Chicago was the Department of Chemistry. Since then, the University of Chicago has been the recipient of more than 73 Nobel Prize recipients, 15 of which came from the Department of Chemistry. Our current faculty have considerable strength in inorganic, organic, and physical chemistry, as well as in interdisciplinary research that delves into biology, physics, and materials science.

Job Summary The principal contribution of a Staff Scientist is leading translational research projects under mentorship of Dr. Chuan He in the Department of Chemistry. The He Lab group is looking for a highly experienced scientist who has previous research experience in RNA methylation and histone modification in the regulation of root development in Arabidopsis and rice.

Responsibilities

Under general supervision of the principal investigator, oversee and assist with the complex technical duties in a laboratory doing non-clinical research.

Collaborate with members of the lab with others in the Institute and with off-campus partners.

Compile documents and assist with interpreting presentations or reports stemming from scientific contributions in the laboratory.

Give frequent internal and occasional external talks and tutorials on the thinking and work progress of their research.

Contribute to scientific writing and publications, including protocols and grants.

Mentor and assist lab technician and undergraduate students within the group.

Perform experiments and collect and analyze data. Participate in the promotion of a research project.

Participate in the preparation and writing of grant applications and reports, and co‑author/authors scientific research manuscripts. Provide peer review of grant applications and scientific manuscripts.

May present work at scientific meetings.

Perform other related work as needed.

Minimum Qualifications PhD in a related field. Knowledge and skills developed through

Preferred Qualifications

PhD in Biology, Molecular Biology, Plant Biology.

Previous Postdoctoral experience.

Knowledge of basic computer proficiency including computer programs and standard laboratory equipment.

Knowledge of relevant scientific fields.

Knowledge of regulatory policies and procedures.

Problem‑solving, organization, analytical, and coordination skills including attention to detail.

Excellent oral and written communication skills.

Ability to read and comprehend scientific and technical literature, and methods to stay abreast of developments in the field.

Ability to work independently and as part of a team and interact with a diverse workforce.

Ability to think creatively.

Ability to articulate their scientific discoveries both in written publications and in talks.

Application Documents

Resume (required)

References (preferred)

When applying, the document(s)

MUST

be uploaded via the

My Experience

page, in the section titled

Application Documents

of the application.

Benefits Benefits Eligible: Yes. The University of Chicago offers a wide range of benefits programs and resources for eligible employees, including health, retirement, and paid time off. Information about the benefit offerings can be found in the Benefits Guidebook.

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