Life Science Research Professional 1

Stanford University; Palo Alto (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Stanford University in California hosts a Life Science Research Professional 1 role in the Gray Lab, onsite, within the Stanford Cancer Institute. The position supports a newly established group focused on chemical biology, small-molecule therapeutics, and cancer research with both biology and synthesis chemistry training.

The successful candidate will perform biological assays and assist in synthesis of small molecules, contributing to ongoing projects and collaborating across teams in a

Qualifications

• Bachelor or master degree in biology or chemistry.
• Experience in chemistry or biology; training in synthesis chemistry and biology will be provided.
• Desirable: cell culture, purification of small molecules, and familiarity with NMR, HPLC, and ChemDraw.

Responsibilities

• Perform biological assays and synthesis of small molecules.
• Collaborate with lab team and contribute to long-term cancer research efforts.

Skills

Chemistry

Biology

Cell culture

Synthesis chemistry

Education

Bachelor's or Master\'s degree in biology or chemistry

Tools

NMR

HPLC

ChemDraw

Job description

Life Science Research Professional 1 – Gray Lab – Onsite Work Agreement

The Gray Laboratory is a part of the Stanford Cancer Institute (SCI), which is one of an elite number of National Cancer Institute-Designated Comprehensive Cancer Centers in the country, and is a prominent, dynamic, growing, and complex Institute within the Stanford University School of Medicine. The SCI actively works to build synergies and collaborations among faculty with cancer-relevant expertise from four Schools and over 30 departments across Stanford University.

We are seeking a Life Science Research Professional 1 to perform experiments and support activities in a newly-established group at Stanford that has recently relocated from the East Coast. We are a chemical biology group focused on creative approaches to identifying and developing new small molecule therapeutics. The successful candidate will perform bioligcal assay and chemistry synthesis for small molecules ether as inhibitor or degrader that interface with ongoing biology efforts in the laboratory. Previous experience working in a laboratory setting devoted to the synthesis of small molecules or cell biological experiments is strongly preferred but not required, as the position includes a training and professional development component. The ultimate goal of this work is to identify new treatments for human disease, especially cancer and immune system malfunction. The role is highly collaborative with opportunities for independent work that contributes new capabilities to long-term efforts in the laboratory.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

The desired candidate should have experience in either chemsiry or biology but be flexible to get the futher training in both synthesis chemistry and experimental biology. A Bachelor or master degree in biology or chemistry. Desirable capabilities include performing cell culture, cell growth inhibtion with compound treatment or synthesis chemistry, Purification of small molecules; familiar with NMR, HPLC and chemdraw.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS*:

• Frequently stand, walk, twist, bend, stoop, squat, grasp lightly, use fine manipulation, grasp forcefully, perform desk-based computer tasks, use telephone, write by hand, lift, carry, push and pull objects weighing over 40 pounds.
• Occasionally sit, kneel, crawl, reach and work above shoulders, sort and file paperwork or parts.
• Rarely climb, scrub, sweep, mop, chop and mix or operate hand and foot controls.
• Must have correctible vision to perform duties of the job.
• Ability to bend, squat, kneel, stand, reach above shoulder level, and move on hard surfaces for up to eight hours.
• Ability to lift heavy objects weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to work in a dusty, dirty, and odorous environment.
• Position may require repetitive motion.

*- Consistent with its obligations under the law, the University will provide reasonable accommodation to any employee with a disability who requires accommodation to perform the essential functions of his or her job.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• May require working in close proximity to blood borne pathogens.
• May require work in an environment where animals are used for teaching and research.
• Position may at times require the employee to work with or be in areas where hazardous materials and/or infectious diseases are present.
• Employee must perform tasks that require the use of personal protective equipment, such as safety glasses and shoes, protective clothing and gloves, and possibly a respirator.
• May require extended or unusual work hours based on research requirements and business needs.

WORK STANDARDS:

• Interpersonal Skills: Demonstrates the ability to work well with Stanford colleagues and clients and with external organizations.
• Promote Culture of Safety: Demonstrates commitment to personal responsibility and value for safety; communicates safety concerns; uses and promotes safe behaviors bases on training and lessons learned.
• Subject to and expected to comply with all applicable University policies and procedures, including but not limited to the personnel policies and other policies found in the University's Administrative Guide, http://adminguide.stanford.edu