Pediatric Neuroinflammation & Genomics Scientist

University of Louisville; United States; On-site; USD 61,000 - 92,000; Full time

Job summary

The Pediatric Research Institute, Department of Pediatrics at the University of Louisville School of Medicine, seeks a Research Scientist to contribute to projects funded by the Kentucky Pediatric Cancer Research Trust Fund focusing on neuroinflammatory diseases and pediatric CNS tumors.

You will perform RNA/DNA/protein isolation, sequencing library prep, ISH/FISH assays, qPCR design, data analysis, and report preparation, with responsibilities in daily lab operations, inventory, and mentoring

Qualifications

• Master's degree in a related field and four (4) years of relevant experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Ph.D. in Neuroscience, Molecular Biology, Genetics, Cancer Biology, Biomedical Sciences, or a related field.
• Experience with next-generation sequencing (NGS) workflows, library preparation, and transcriptomic data generation.
• Experience mentoring students, trainees, or laboratory personnel.

Responsibilities

• Conduct molecular biology and translational research supporting studies of neuroinflammatory diseases and pediatric CNS tumors.
• Perform RNA, DNA, and protein isolation; quality control assessments; sequencing library preparation; and ISH/FISH-based assays.
• Design and validate qPCR assays and assist with experimental protocol optimization.
• Analyze, organize, and maintain experimental data and prepare research reports and presentations.
• Assist the Principal Investigator with grant preparation, renewal, and submission activities.
• Train and mentor students, fellows, technicians, and visiting scholars in laboratory methods and research best practices.
• Assist in coordinating daily laboratory operations, including recordkeeping, supply management, and equipment maintenance.
• Ensure compliance with laboratory safety requirements and uphold standards of research integrity and rigor.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Molecular biology

Translational research

RNA/DNA/protein isolation

qPCR

Data analysis

Lab management

Mentoring

Education

Master's degree in related field

Ph.D. in neuroscience or related field

Tools

NGS workflows

Library preparation

ISH/FISH-based assays

Transcriptomic data generation

Job description

The Pediatric Research Institute, Department of Pediatrics at the University of Louisville School of Medicine, seeks a Research Scientist to contribute to projects funded by the Kentucky Pediatric Cancer Research Trust Fund focusing on neuroinflammatory diseases and pediatric CNS tumors.

You will perform RNA/DNA/protein isolation, sequencing library prep, ISH/FISH assays, qPCR design, data analysis, and report preparation, with responsibilities in daily lab operations, inventory, and mentoring