Scientist Senior

University of Missouri - Columbia; Columbia Township (MO); On-site; USD 61,000 - 112,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Job summary

University of Missouri - Columbia seeks a Senior Scientist to lead development and application of advanced reproductive and genome editing technologies in poultry. You will design and manage research projects producing genetically modified cells, embryos, and birds while improving technology efficiency and lab operations.

The role supports daily activities, training, and compliance, with a typical Monday–Friday schedule and salary range aligned with university standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related/relevant area and at least 4 years of experience are required.
• Preferred: Master or PhD in biology, animal science, or a related field.
• Experience with poultry genome editing and working with poultry cells and animals is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and execute research projects across the laboratory.
• Perform daily lab maintenance and support ongoing research activities.
• Conduct molecular biology techniques including PCR, Western Blotting, real-time PCR, cell culture, DNA/RNA isolation.
• Perform genome editing in poultry cells and embryos.
• Culture specialized poultry cells such as primordial germ cells.
• Support animal care activities per approved protocols.
• Develop, implement, and monitor SOPs.
• Train and assist students in lab techniques and safety.
• Summarize study outcomes for manuscripts.

Skills

Poultry genome editing

Cell culture

PCR

Western blotting

DNA/RNA isolation

SOP implementation

Team training

Education

Bachelor’s degree in related field

Master’s or PhD in biology/animal science

Tools

PCR instruments

Real-time PCR

DNA/RNA extraction tools

Job description

Hiring Department

Division of Animal Sciences

Job Description

The Senior Scientist will provide scientific and technicalleadership in the development, optimization, and application ofadvanced reproductive and genome editing technologies in poultryspecies. This position is responsible for designing, executing, andmanaging research projects focused on the production of geneticallymodified cells, embryos, and birds while improving the efficiencyof technology associated with the animal production. This positionsupports daily laboratory operations, research activities, andtraining efforts to ensure efficient, compliant, and high-qualityresearch outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with the coordination and execution of research projectsacross the laboratory
• Perform daily laboratory maintenance and support ongoingresearch activities
• Conduct molecular biology techniques including PCR, WesternBlotting, real-time PCR, cell culture, cell medium preparation,DNA/RNA isolation
• Perform genome editing in poultry cells and embryos
• Perform culture of specialized poultry cells such as PrimordialGerm Cells
• Support animal care activities as needed and in accordance withapproved protocols
• Assist in the development, implementation, and compliancemonitoring of standard operating procedures
• Train and assist student workers in laboratory techniques andsafety procedures
• Summarizing study outcomes to form manuscripts

Shift

Monday - Friday

8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in related/relevant area and at least 4 years ofexperience from which comparable knowledge and skills can beacquired is necessary.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master or PhD degree in biology, animal science, or anotherrelated field
• Previous experience in poultry genome editing
• Prior experience of working with poultry cells and animals
• Prior experience of handling poultry primordial germ cells
• Ability to work independently and as a team
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail

Anticipated Hiring Range

Salary Range: $60,944.00 - $112,320 per year

Grade: GGS 011

University Title: Senior Scientist

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Sponsorship Information

Employment visa sponsorship is not available for thisposition.

Community Information

Columbia offers small-town friendliness with big city features anda high quality of life for people of all ages and interests.Founded on education and known as an ideal college town, itslocation also makes it an attractive spot for businesses andtravelers. Located on Interstate 70 and U.S. Highway 63, Columbiais right in the middle of the state and the nation. Just a couplehours’ drive from St. Louis and Kansas City, Columbia is BooneCounty’s largest population center offering big-city culture,activities, and resources with a low cost of living. Columbia ishome to a variety of restaurants and entertainment venues and hostsmore than a dozen festivals each year. If you want to grow yourcareer, continue your education, raise a family, and retire,Columbia is a good place to be!

Benefit Eligibility

This position is eligible for University benefits. As part of yourtotal compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefitspackage, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement,paid time off, short- and long-term disability, paid parentalleave, paid caregiver leave, and educational fee discounts for allfour UM System campuses. For additional information on Universitybenefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at https://www.umsystem.edu/departments-staff/human-resources/benefits-retirement

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of Missouri is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

To request ADA accommodations, please call the Director ofAccessibility and ADA at 573-884-7278.

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