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Research Scientist, Center for Translational Medicine

Employer
University of Montana
Location
Missoula, Montana, United States
Salary
Competitive Salary
Date posted
Jun 24, 2024

Job Details



Description

The Center for Translational Medicine at the University of Montana, Missoula MT, is seeking two Staff Scientists to join the collaborative lab of Drs. Blair DeBuysscher and Jay Evans. Be a part of our interactive and multidisciplinary research team dedicated to pioneering the discovery and development of innovative vaccines. Our focus spans a wide spectrum of diseases affecting human health, including COVID-19, monkeypox, Lyme disease, influenza virus, tuberculosis, pertussis, and opioid addiction. Additionally, we study the molecular intricacies of host-pathogen interactions, vaccine-mediated immunity, and their impact on immunopathology and immune-mediated protection.

This is an exciting opportunity to become a valued member of a multidisciplinary vaccine research team. We boast robust funding and extensive connections within academia and industry, offering an environment conducive to impactful discoveries. We are seeking highly motivated candidates equipped with a strong working knowledge of immunology, molecular biology, and/or cell biology laboratory techniques. Proficiency in animal handling and mouse models is highly desirable. Candidates with experience in performing ELISAs, flow cytometry, and cell culture will be favorably considered. Additionally, familiarity with molecular biology and/or bioinformatics is a welcomed asset.

Responsibilities for this position include the design, execution, and analysis of laboratory experiments with varying levels of independence based on experience (see Minimum Position Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities below). Strong communication skills (written and verbal) are expected to maintain effective communication with manager, colleagues, and collaborators.

Embark on an extraordinary journey and become a part of our team of creative and forward-thinking scientists in beautiful Montana. Nestled amidst stunning landscapes, our research environment offers not only groundbreaking scientific opportunities but also an unparalleled quality of life. Montana's breathtaking scenery and abundance of outdoor activities provide the perfect backdrop for cultivating fresh ideas and fostering innovation.

Minimum Qualifications

Associate Scientist
  • Bachelor of Science and greater than five (5) years of applicable lab experience or Masters of Science and less than two (2) years lab experience.
  • Designs and executes a laboratory experiments with minimal supervision.
  • Demonstrate excellent verbal and written communication skills and accurate record keeping skills.
  • The ability to prioritize tasks to meet deadlines across multiple projects.
  • Performs data management and analysis with minimum oversight.
  • Effectively communicates relevant scientific information to manager and colleagues.
  • Reviews scientific literature and recommends new technologies or ideas to colleagues or manager.
  • Demonstrates competence with multiple laboratory systems and methods.
Research Scientist
  • Bachelor of Science and greater than ten (10) years of applicable lab experience or Masters of Science and greater than five (5) years lab experience.
  • Designs and executes a wide range of experiments with minimal or no supervision.
  • Demonstrate excellent verbal and written communication skills and accurate record keeping skills.
  • The ability to prioritize tasks to meet deadlines across multiple projects.
  • Effectively reviews scientific literature independently and implements new technologies and assay systems into laboratory.
  • Performs complex data management and analysis with minimum oversight.
  • Prepares detailed and accurate verbal or written summaries of results with interpretation for manager and/or project teams.
  • Presents effectively at internal research group meetings.
  • Responsible for effectively sharing relevant scientific information with manager and colleagues.
  • Coordination of the efforts with technical and scientific staff to achieve project objectives and milestones.
  • Technical expert on one or more laboratory systems.
Senior Scientist
  • Bachelor of Science and greater than fifteen (15) years of applicable lab experience or Masters of Science and greater than ten (10) years lab experience.
  • Has theoretical, practical and technical scientific knowledge of an early career PhD scientist with exceptional technical competencies.
  • Oversee day-to-day operations in laboratory including personnel and project management. Effectively manages laboratory technical staff.
  • Designs and executes a wide range of experiments independently and proactively incorporates new technologies into practice with minimal or no supervision.
  • Performs complex data management and analysis with minimum or no oversight.
  • Prepares detailed verbal or written summaries of results with interpretation for manager and/or project teams.
  • Writes specific technical sections of internal and external reports with limited supervision.
  • Assists in grant and manuscript writing with limited input from supervisor.
  • Presents effectively to internal and external meetings.
  • Responsible for sharing relevant scientific information from internal and external meetings with appropriate colleagues.
  • Established networking skills through interactions with scientists outside of primary project roles.
  • Initiates coordination of the efforts of technical and scientific staff to achieve project objectives, and milestones.
  • Trains incoming and/or junior scientists on instrumentation and methods.
Additional Information

Additional Information

Position is full-time, 1.0 FTE Letter of Appointment and includes a comprehensive and competitive benefits package including Insurance package, mandatory retirement plan, partial tuition waiver, and wellness program.

The mission of the Center for Translational Medicine at the University of Montana is to establish a cross department and college multi-disciplinary research center to assist faculty, staff and students in the translation of research ideas from bench to bedside. In this respect, translational research provides an avenue through which basic science discoveries in the biomedical sciences can be "translated" into applicable therapeutics, diagnostics, and/or processes that directly impact health care. In many instances the products/intellectual property of translational research can also be commercialized to the benefit of the University and the regional economy. The Center will work across the Montana University System (MUS) to facilitate the ability of University researchers to better advance the clinical and/or commercial potential of their basic science discoveries. The Center will promote the expansion of educational programs in translational medicine and career development opportunities in the healthcare and pharmaceutical industries. The Center seeks to strengthen and expand entrepreneurial programs at the University and build a new community to meet challenges and adapt to the changing healthcare/biotech employment and research funding landscape. This new culture and community will prepare students for a career in the biotechnology or health care industry and open doors to new sources of revenue in support of translational research and education in the MUS."

Company

 University of Montana.

At UM, we approach everything with creativity because that’s what this evolving world needs. We are stewards of this place, its history and our future. We are driving forward together, affecting change that is right for our place and people. We know of no better place than Montana and its university to make a lasting impact on the common good.

As Montana’s flagship university, we set a high bar for academic studies, creative accomplishments and scientific exploration which benefit our students, our community and the world at large.

The University draws a diverse, global population to Missoula – our home and the state’s second-largest city with about 80,000 residents – and helps cultivate an educated, engaged and vibrant community. Our students receive a world-class education in a broad range of subjects that include the arts, sciences, trades, graduate and postdoctoral study and professional training.

Our main campus, nestled in the heart of western Montana’s stunning natural landscape, spans 56 acres at the base of Mount Sentinel and along the Clark Fork River, and includes the park-like Oval at the center of campus, more than 60 architecturally unique buildings and a 25,200-seat football stadium. UM's 180-acre South Campus offers student housing, a golf course, soccer fields and an outdoor track facility. Missoula College occupies two sites, one just across the river from the main campus, and one on the southwest side of Missoula.

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