Research Scientist I or II, Bioinformatics
- Employer
- University of Idaho
- Location
- Idaho, United States
- Salary
- Salary Not specified
- Date posted
- Apr 12, 2022
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- Position Type
- Faculty Positions, Science, Technology & Mathematics, Biology & Life Sciences
- Employment Level
- Administrative
- Employment Type
- Full Time
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University of Idaho
Research Scientist I or II, Bioinformatics
Location: Moscow
Division/College: University Research (Div)
Employee Category: Exempt
Pay Range: Commensurate with Experience
FTE: 1
Full/Part Time: Full Time
Position Summary:
Research Scientist I
Supports the Drug Discovery Working Group in the Institute for Modeling Collaboration and Innovation with their goal of developing novel antifungals to mitigate fungal diseases of Idaho crops. This researcher will undergo a thorough bioinformatics analysis of genome sequence data from specific fungal pathogens to identify biological processes and proteins as novel targets for the development of antifungals. Serves as an independent researcher, or a collaborator on a multi-scholar research initiative. May have lead responsibility for discrete components of a larger project under the general direction of a senior or principal researcher.
Research Scientist II
Supports the Drug Discovery Working Group in the Institute for Modeling Collaboration and Innovation with their goal of developing novel antifungals to mitigate fungal diseases of Idaho crops. This researcher will undergo a thorough bioinformatics analysis of specific fungal pathogens to identify biological processes and proteins as novel targets for the development of antifungals. Designs and manages all aspects of a research portfolio complimentary to that of other research scientists or research faculty. Often maintains active research collaborations external to the university.
Minimum Qualifications:
Research Scientist I
- Doctoral degree in Bioinformatics or related field
Research Scientist II
- Ph. D in Bioinformatics or related field
Research Scientist I
- Three years of research experience related to the domain of this position
Research Scientist II
- Five years of research experience beyond receipt of doctoral degree
- Demonstrated record of research achievement
- Participation in the development and submission of sponsored
project proposals
Preferred Qualifications:
Research Scientist I
- Demonstrating ability to work independently and with an interdisciplinary team.
- Record of 3 or more lead-author publications in peer reviewed journals in a relevant field.
- Record of writing proposals and acquiring externally funded grants.
- Experience with structural biology.
- Wet lab experience in microbiology, molecular biology and/or biochemistry.
Research Scientist II
- Demonstrating ability to work independently and with an interdisciplinary team.
- Record of 10 or more lead-author publications in peer reviewed journals in a relevant field.
- Experience serving as PI or Co-PI on extramurally funded research.
- Record of writing proposals and acquiring externally funded grants.
- Experience with structural biology.
- Wet lab experience in microbiology, molecular biology and/or biochemistry.
Physical Requirements & Working Conditions:
Required Licensures, Certifications or other
Posting Number: SP003322P
Posting Date: 04/06/2022
Closing Date:
Open Until Filled: Yes
Special Instructions:
Preferential review of applicants will begin on April 20, 2022.
Background Check: Applicants who are selected as final possible candidates must be able to pass a criminal background check.
To apply, please visit: jobs.uidaho.edu
EEO Statement
University of Idaho is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer.
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