RESEARCHER LEAD

UAB Medicine; University (FL); On-site; USD 52,555 - 85,400; Full time

Job summary

UAB Medicine in Florida is seeking an experienced Researcher Lead to join the Anatomic Pathology team. The role involves spearheading major research projects in cellular immunology, mentoring junior researchers, and representing the team at various forums.

The ideal candidate should possess a relevant master's degree and experience, along with skills in immunological techniques, data analysis, and mouse handling. The position offers a workspace within a collaborative and research-focused environment.

Qualifications

• Master's degree and 1 year of experience or Bachelor's and 3 years or Associate's and 5 years required.
• Work experience may NOT substitute for education requirement.

Responsibilities

• Spearhead major research projects and lead a team.
• Mentor junior researchers and manage research activities.
• Design and perform in vivo and in vitro experiments.

Skills

Basic immunological techniques

Molecular biology techniques

Mouse handling and dosing

Data analysis

Education

Master's degree in related field

Bachelor's degree in related field

Associate's degree in related field

Job description

RESEARCHER LEAD (T236174)

Description

Position Summary

The University of Alabama at Birmingham, Anatomic Pathology, is seeking an experienced Researcher Lead to join their team. The Researcher Lead will join a large cellular immunology lab and aid in studies related to immune responses in the mouse intestine during infectious model of disease.

General Responsibilities

As a Researcher Lead, this emerging leader role will require you to spearhead major research projects and lead a team of researchers towards achieving significant scientific goals. Your responsibilities will include strategic planning, project management, and ensuring the alignment of research activities with organizational objectives. You will play a critical role in mentoring junior researchers, fostering a collaborative research environment, and representing the research team at national and international forums. Depending on the research focus, this position may involve research collaborator contact, research animal contact, and/or specimens.

Key Duties & Responsibilities

1. Design and perform in vivo and in vitro experiments as directed by supervisor and senior lab staff.
2. Collect, enter, summarize and analyze data.
3. Assist with maintenance and management of a complex mouse colony.
4. Perform other duties as assigned.

Salary Range

$52,555 - $85,400

Qualifications

Master's degree in a related field and one (1) years of related experience OR Bachelor's degree in related field and three (3) years of related experience OR Associate's degree in related field and five (5) years of related experience required. Work experience may NOT substitute for education requirement.

Preferences

• Experience with basic immunological techniques: tissue dissociation and cell isolation, multicolor flow cytometry, immunohistochemistry
• Experience with basic molecular biology techniques: DNA and RNA isolation, PCR and RT-PCR
• Proficiency with mouse handling, dosing, and tissue harvesting
• Experience maintaining genetically modified mouse strains

UAB is an Equal Employment/Equal Educational Opportunity Institution dedicated to providing equal opportunities and equal access to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, sex (including pregnancy), genetic information, age, disability, and veteran's status. As required by Title IX, UAB prohibits sex discrimination in any education program or activity that it operates. Individuals may report concerns or questions to UAB's Assistant Vice President and Senior Title IX Coordinator. The Title IX notice of nondiscrimination is located at uab.edu/titleix.

Primary Location

University

Job Category

Scientific Research

Organization

392303010 Anatomic Pathology

Employee Status

Regular

Shift

Day/1st Shift

Work Arrangement

Onsite