Life Science Research Professional 2

Stanford University; Palo Alto (CA); Hybrid; USD 81,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Stanford University seeks a Life Science Research Professional 2 for the Mark Davis laboratory to study human immunology using organoids and cutting-edge technologies. You will process human samples, culture cells, and perform classic immunology experiments while contributing to high-impact publications.

We seek a BS or equivalent with laboratory experience, excellent communication, and organizational skills.

Qualifications

• BS degree, or equivalent, with previous experience in laboratories is required.
• Experience in immunology or related field is preferred.
• Candidate should be adaptable and able to work in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Independently conduct portions of the research projects and contribute to experimental design.
• Perform complex immunology experiments and data collection (flow cytometry, ELISA) and analyze results.
• Develop and adapt new protocols and methods as needed.
• Assist with literature review and contribute to publications.
• Supervise and mentor staff or students as needed and manage lab activities.
• Oversee lab maintenance, stock, and safety records.

Skills

Excellent communication

Highly organized

Adaptable

Independent with training

Education

BS degree or equivalent

Tools

Flow cytometry

ELISA

CyTOF

Single-cell RNA-seq

Single-cell ATAC-seq

Job description

The Institute for Immunity, Transplantation and Infection at Stanford University is seeking a highly motivated Life Science Research Professional 2 to join the Mark Davis laboratory using human immune organoids to study the fundamentals of human immunology in order to advance our understanding of responses to vaccination or infection. You will be working with Dr. Mark Davis, a world leader in immunology. As an LSRP2, your duties will include processing human samples, cell culture, performing classical immunology experiments (flow cytometry, ELISA), and participating in cutting edge technologies (including CyTOF, single cell RNA-seq, and single cell ATAC-seq, and techniques in development in the lab). You will function largely independently on a daily basis after training, with close guidance and supervision from a research scientist. Your work will be central to several major research projects, and co-authorship on high-impact publications is expected.

The research will require you to be adaptable and able to work in a fast-paced environment. Learning new techniques in the lab or from other labs to increase expertise will be encouraged. Candidates should have excellent communication skills, be highly organized, and comfortable with new technology. BS degree, or equivalent, with previous experience in laboratories is required. This position will provide an outstanding experience for a career in science, medicine, or biotechnology.

Davis Lab Website: https://med.stanford.edu/davislab.html

Duties include:

• Independently conduct a portion of the research project(s). Make recommendations on experimental design and/or research direction to principal investigator.
• Independently conduct complex (lab and/or field) experiments to gather data for a portion of a major research project.
• Interpret and analyze results, often where few guidelines exist, and make modifications to existing procedures and protocols.
• Develop new research protocols where appropriate protocols are not described in the literature or where modification or adaptation of standard procedures and protocols is required.
• Participate in multidisciplinary teams across different faculties or schools.
• Perform ongoing literature review to remain current with new procedures and related research; apply to ongoing research and development of new protocols.
• Contribute substantively to the preparation of papers for publication, especially in the results section, and to publication of findings. Present ongoing work to colleagues and/or academic conferences.
• Oversee supply and equipment budget under supervision of principal investigator or business manager.
• Work with health and safety department to ensure lab complies with regulations and all required trainings.
• Supervise (either formally or informally) staff or students as needed, including oversight and direction on techniques, as well as consultation on project work. Serve as a technical resource for other research staff.
• Oversee the daily activities of the laboratory including lab maintenance; maintain lab stock, manage chemical inventory and safety records, and provide general lab support as needed. May assist with purchasing laboratory equipment.

*- Other duties may also be assigned

The budgeted pay range for this position is $81,130 to $94,895 per annum.

Stanford University provides pay ranges that reflect a good-faith estimate of what it expects to pay for a role. Actual pay depends on factors such as the candidate's experience, education, and skills.