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Inside Higher Ed · 2 weeks ago

Sr. Research Scientist (3 Years Fixed-Term)

Stanford, CA

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$105K/yr - $125K/yr

5+ years exp

Stanford University School of Medicine is seeking a highly motivated Sr. Research Scientist to lead collaborative projects focused on developing experimental cancer therapeutics. The role involves supervising and mentoring trainees while managing research projects and collaborating with medicinal chemists to contribute to the discovery of novel chemotherapeutics.

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Responsibilities

Oversee experiments, researchers, and maintain detailed records of experiments and outcomes

Plan experiments in support of research projects based on knowledge of scientific theory

Contribute to publication of findings and grant applications. Participate in the preparation of written documents, including procedures, presentations, and proposals

Review literature on an ongoing basis to remain current with new procedures and apply learnings to related research

Oversee facility maintenance as needed; maintain instrumentation, related consumables stocks

Assist with orientation and training of new staff or students on lab procedures or techniques

Apply the theories and methods of a life science discipline to interpret and perform analyses of experiment results; offer suggestions regarding modifications to procedures

Other duties may also be assigned

Qualification

People managementBiochemistryCell biologyProject managementChemical biologyOrganizational skillsBasic systems administrationProblem solvingWritten communicationOral communication

Required

Ph.D. in biological sciences

Five years relevant post-Ph.D. experience and a strong publication track-record

Expertise and demonstrated experience in project and people management

Strong organizational skills

Excellent problem solving, written and oral communication skills

Preferred

Previous chemical biology laboratory experience

Basic systems administration skills (NFS, database management, intranet connectivity and security)

Benefits

Stanford University provides pay ranges representing its good faith estimate of what the university reasonably expects to pay for a position.

At Stanford University, base pay represents only one aspect of the comprehensive rewards package.

The Cardinal at Work website ( https://cardinalatwork.stanford.edu/benefits-rewards ) 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.