University of Nevada, Las Vegas
Postdoctoral Scholar of Next Generation Sequencing (NGS) [R0145136]
University of Nevada, Las Vegas, Las Vegas, Nevada, United States, 89101
Postdoctoral Scholar of Next Generation Sequencing (NGS)
The University of Nevada, Las Vegas invites applications for a Postdoctoral Scholar of Next Generation Sequencing (NGS) [R0145136]. We are seeking a motivated postdoc to join the Zhivagui Lab. Our lab uses computational and experimental methods to determine mechanism-based biomarkers for exposure and risk stratification to advance the understanding of cancer causation and tumorigenesis. The Zhivagui Lab focuses on cancer genomics for cancer prevention. The incumbent will perform cellular and molecular lab work for projects investigating genomic and epigenomic alterations linked to cancer mechanisms, with a focus on biomarker discovery and validation. We are specifically looking for a postdoc to spearhead experimental projects at the intersection of cancer genomics and experimental modelling. The postdoc will apply and optimize new approaches for NGS library preparation and analyze genomic data for variant calling. We value diversity of backgrounds in our team and seek candidates who can commit to a multiyear appointment, reviewed annually. Role of the Position Design and execute experiments using molecular and cell biology techniques Process human biological samples, including isolation of cells from blood and tissues; store and ship samples Perform molecular biology procedures, including DNA and RNA isolation, PCR, gel electrophoresis, qPCR, ddPCR, next generation sequencing, and possibly others Perform NGS library preparations, such as whole-genome and whole-exome sequencing, 10x RNA-seq, etc. Perform cell culture procedures, including culture of primary cells, flow cytometry, single cell analysis methods, and possibly other techniques Implement, trouble-shoot, optimize, and develop new assays, making innovative contributions to laboratory procedures Assist with training of research methods and approaches to laboratory group Maintain detailed written record of work performed Perform analysis of experiment results and findings, including data collection, entry, statistical analysis, and graph creation Produce written reports detailing results of experiments and analysis of results; draft manuscripts of results for publication Present oral and/or poster reports at laboratory, local, and national meetings Assist with composition of grant applications. Assist in maintaining and monitoring all equipment and procedures for quality control Review pertinent medical literature Profile of the Office of Postdoctoral Affairs (OPA) The mission of the UNLV Office of Postdoctoral Affairs (OPA) is to enhance and support postdoctoral training and career development; serve as the central resource office for postdoctoral questions and issues for faculty, supervisors, mentors, and prospective and current postdocs; build a community for all UNLV postdocs; and provide professional development programs and networking events for postdocs. UNLV currently employs postdoctoral scholars across a wide range of disciplines. Minimum Qualifications This position requires a doctorate degree, PhD, MD, or MD/PhD from an accredited college or university as recognized by the United States Department of Education and/or the Council on Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) and experience in NGS technologies and genomic analysis. Job Requirements Include: PhD in biological related science, MD, MD/PhD, or equivalent combination of education and experience Experience in high-throughput screening, next-generation sequencing, or bioinformatics. Experience in cell culture of primary and stem cells. Preference for experience with iPSCs and organoids. Knowledge of principles and practice of cellular and molecular biology Working knowledge of safety standards in laboratories Excellent organizational skills Careful attention to detail; ability to accurately follow experimental protocols Ability to manage multiple projects, tasks, and priorities to achieve desired goals. Ability to think creatively, solve problems, and meet deadlines Ability to work under minimal supervision Strong written/oral communication skills Ability to analyze data and perform statistical analyses. Ability to make sound decisions in a manner consistent with the essential job functions. Commitment to Diversity and Campus Values A successful candidate will support diversity, equity, and inclusiveness and contribute to a respectful, positive work environment. They will use our Campus Values to guide their decisions and actions and demonstrate our Rebel spirit. Salary Range Salary commensurate with labor market and appointing authority's availability of funds. Benefits of Working at UNLV Comprehensive health insurance including medical, dental, and vision No state income tax (if applicable) Comprehensive retirement plan and voluntary benefits programs Grant in Aid waives the non-resident fee for the employee and their eligible dependents at Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE) schools Connect with colleagues with shared interests Employee recognition and appreciation programs Personal and professional development opportunities Discounted tickets for UNLV athletics Discounted tickets for UNLV Performing Arts Center and Nevada Conservatory Theatre Statewide employee purchase program discounts RebelCard discounts on and off campus Wellness programming for all UNLV faculty and staff at no cost How to Apply Submit a letter of interest, a detailed resume listing qualifications and experience, and the names, addresses, and telephone numbers of at least three professional references who may be contacted. References will not be contacted until the search chair notifies you in advance. Applicants should fully describe their qualifications and experience, with specific reference to each of the minimum and preferred qualifications because this is the information on which the initial review of materials will be based. Although this position will remain open until filled, review of candidates' materials will begin on April 10, 2025. Materials should be addressed to Dr. Maria Zhivagui, Search Committee Chair, and must be submitted through Workday, as we do not accept emailed materials. For assistance with the application process, please contact UNLV Human Resources at (702) 895-3504 or UNLVJobs@unlv.edu. Special Instructions for Internal NSHE Candidates UNLV employees or employees within the Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE) MUST use the "Find Jobs" process within Workday to find and apply for jobs at UNLV and other NSHE Institutions. Once you log into Workday, type "Find Jobs" in the search box which will navigate to the internal job posting site. Locate this specific job posting by typing the job requisition number, "R0145136" in the search box. Profile of the University Founded in 1957, UNLV is a doctoral-degree-granting institution comprised of approximately 30,000 students and more than 3,600 faculty and staff. To date, UNLV has conferred more than 152,000 degrees, producing more than 130,000 alumni around the world. UNLV is classified by the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching as an R1 research university with very high research activity, and is a recipient of the Carnegie Classification for Community Engagement. The university is committed to recruiting and retaining top students and faculty, educating the region's diversifying population and workforce, driving economic activity through increased research and community partnerships, and creating an academic health center for Southern Nevada that includes the launch of a new UNLV School of Medicine. UNLV is located on a 332-acre main campus and two satellite campuses in Southern Nevada. Here at UNLV, we have come together and created one of the most affirmative and dynamic academic environments in the country. UNLV sits in the top spot in U.S. News & World Report's annual listing of the nation's most diverse universities for undergraduates. The university has ranked in the top ten since the rankings debuted more than a decade ago. We continue to show our commitment to serving our wonderfully diverse population and building the future for Las Vegas and Nevada. For more information, visit us online at http://www.unlv.edu EEO/AA Statement The University of Nevada - Las Vegas (UNLV) is committed to providing a place of work and learning free of discrimination on the basis of a person's age (40 or older), disability, whether actual or perceived by others (including service-connected disabilities
The University of Nevada, Las Vegas invites applications for a Postdoctoral Scholar of Next Generation Sequencing (NGS) [R0145136]. We are seeking a motivated postdoc to join the Zhivagui Lab. Our lab uses computational and experimental methods to determine mechanism-based biomarkers for exposure and risk stratification to advance the understanding of cancer causation and tumorigenesis. The Zhivagui Lab focuses on cancer genomics for cancer prevention. The incumbent will perform cellular and molecular lab work for projects investigating genomic and epigenomic alterations linked to cancer mechanisms, with a focus on biomarker discovery and validation. We are specifically looking for a postdoc to spearhead experimental projects at the intersection of cancer genomics and experimental modelling. The postdoc will apply and optimize new approaches for NGS library preparation and analyze genomic data for variant calling. We value diversity of backgrounds in our team and seek candidates who can commit to a multiyear appointment, reviewed annually. Role of the Position Design and execute experiments using molecular and cell biology techniques Process human biological samples, including isolation of cells from blood and tissues; store and ship samples Perform molecular biology procedures, including DNA and RNA isolation, PCR, gel electrophoresis, qPCR, ddPCR, next generation sequencing, and possibly others Perform NGS library preparations, such as whole-genome and whole-exome sequencing, 10x RNA-seq, etc. Perform cell culture procedures, including culture of primary cells, flow cytometry, single cell analysis methods, and possibly other techniques Implement, trouble-shoot, optimize, and develop new assays, making innovative contributions to laboratory procedures Assist with training of research methods and approaches to laboratory group Maintain detailed written record of work performed Perform analysis of experiment results and findings, including data collection, entry, statistical analysis, and graph creation Produce written reports detailing results of experiments and analysis of results; draft manuscripts of results for publication Present oral and/or poster reports at laboratory, local, and national meetings Assist with composition of grant applications. Assist in maintaining and monitoring all equipment and procedures for quality control Review pertinent medical literature Profile of the Office of Postdoctoral Affairs (OPA) The mission of the UNLV Office of Postdoctoral Affairs (OPA) is to enhance and support postdoctoral training and career development; serve as the central resource office for postdoctoral questions and issues for faculty, supervisors, mentors, and prospective and current postdocs; build a community for all UNLV postdocs; and provide professional development programs and networking events for postdocs. UNLV currently employs postdoctoral scholars across a wide range of disciplines. Minimum Qualifications This position requires a doctorate degree, PhD, MD, or MD/PhD from an accredited college or university as recognized by the United States Department of Education and/or the Council on Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) and experience in NGS technologies and genomic analysis. Job Requirements Include: PhD in biological related science, MD, MD/PhD, or equivalent combination of education and experience Experience in high-throughput screening, next-generation sequencing, or bioinformatics. Experience in cell culture of primary and stem cells. Preference for experience with iPSCs and organoids. Knowledge of principles and practice of cellular and molecular biology Working knowledge of safety standards in laboratories Excellent organizational skills Careful attention to detail; ability to accurately follow experimental protocols Ability to manage multiple projects, tasks, and priorities to achieve desired goals. Ability to think creatively, solve problems, and meet deadlines Ability to work under minimal supervision Strong written/oral communication skills Ability to analyze data and perform statistical analyses. Ability to make sound decisions in a manner consistent with the essential job functions. Commitment to Diversity and Campus Values A successful candidate will support diversity, equity, and inclusiveness and contribute to a respectful, positive work environment. They will use our Campus Values to guide their decisions and actions and demonstrate our Rebel spirit. Salary Range Salary commensurate with labor market and appointing authority's availability of funds. Benefits of Working at UNLV Comprehensive health insurance including medical, dental, and vision No state income tax (if applicable) Comprehensive retirement plan and voluntary benefits programs Grant in Aid waives the non-resident fee for the employee and their eligible dependents at Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE) schools Connect with colleagues with shared interests Employee recognition and appreciation programs Personal and professional development opportunities Discounted tickets for UNLV athletics Discounted tickets for UNLV Performing Arts Center and Nevada Conservatory Theatre Statewide employee purchase program discounts RebelCard discounts on and off campus Wellness programming for all UNLV faculty and staff at no cost How to Apply Submit a letter of interest, a detailed resume listing qualifications and experience, and the names, addresses, and telephone numbers of at least three professional references who may be contacted. References will not be contacted until the search chair notifies you in advance. Applicants should fully describe their qualifications and experience, with specific reference to each of the minimum and preferred qualifications because this is the information on which the initial review of materials will be based. Although this position will remain open until filled, review of candidates' materials will begin on April 10, 2025. Materials should be addressed to Dr. Maria Zhivagui, Search Committee Chair, and must be submitted through Workday, as we do not accept emailed materials. For assistance with the application process, please contact UNLV Human Resources at (702) 895-3504 or UNLVJobs@unlv.edu. Special Instructions for Internal NSHE Candidates UNLV employees or employees within the Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE) MUST use the "Find Jobs" process within Workday to find and apply for jobs at UNLV and other NSHE Institutions. Once you log into Workday, type "Find Jobs" in the search box which will navigate to the internal job posting site. Locate this specific job posting by typing the job requisition number, "R0145136" in the search box. Profile of the University Founded in 1957, UNLV is a doctoral-degree-granting institution comprised of approximately 30,000 students and more than 3,600 faculty and staff. To date, UNLV has conferred more than 152,000 degrees, producing more than 130,000 alumni around the world. UNLV is classified by the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching as an R1 research university with very high research activity, and is a recipient of the Carnegie Classification for Community Engagement. The university is committed to recruiting and retaining top students and faculty, educating the region's diversifying population and workforce, driving economic activity through increased research and community partnerships, and creating an academic health center for Southern Nevada that includes the launch of a new UNLV School of Medicine. UNLV is located on a 332-acre main campus and two satellite campuses in Southern Nevada. Here at UNLV, we have come together and created one of the most affirmative and dynamic academic environments in the country. UNLV sits in the top spot in U.S. News & World Report's annual listing of the nation's most diverse universities for undergraduates. The university has ranked in the top ten since the rankings debuted more than a decade ago. We continue to show our commitment to serving our wonderfully diverse population and building the future for Las Vegas and Nevada. For more information, visit us online at http://www.unlv.edu EEO/AA Statement The University of Nevada - Las Vegas (UNLV) is committed to providing a place of work and learning free of discrimination on the basis of a person's age (40 or older), disability, whether actual or perceived by others (including service-connected disabilities