Senior Scientist

University of Missouri-Columbia; Columbia Township (MO); On-site; USD 61,000 - 87,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Missouri System through NextGen Precision Health seeks a Senior Scientist to lead interdisciplinary cardiovascular and kidney research using rodent and large-animal models, including neonatal and adult swine. The role involves designing complex studies, developing minimally invasive procedures, analyzing data, and preparing manuscripts.

Responsibilities include training graduate students and research staff in swine surgery and related interventions, and contributing to grant

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field and at least 4 years of experience are required.
• Five years of progressively responsible postdoctoral or equivalent research experience with large-animal models are preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform interdisciplinary research using rodents and large animal models to study cardiovascular and kidney physiology and pathophysiology.
• Design and perform complex studies in neonatal and adult swine and develop minimally invasive surgical and urological procedures.
• Analyze experimental data, and prepare manuscripts and grant applications.
• Train graduate students and research personnel in swine surgery and related interventions.

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Job description

Job Description

Dr. Adebiyi seeks a Senior Scientist to perform interdisciplinary research projects using rodents and large animal models to study cardiovascular and kidney physiology and pathophysiology. This position is expected to design and perform complex studies in neonatal and adult swine, and develop minimally invasive surgical and urological procedures. Additionally, this position analyzes experimental data, prepares manuscripts and grant applications. The position may be responsible for training graduate students and research personnel in swine surgery and related interventions.

Hiring Department

NextGen Precision Health

Shift

Monday - Friday, 8 am to 5 pm and as needed to accomplish research duties

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in related/relevant area and at least 4 years of experience from which comparable knowledge and skills can be acquired is necessary

Preferred Qualifications

• At least five years of progressively responsible postdoctoral or equivalent research experience, including large-animal models. Required experience includes swine surgery, minimally invasive or urological procedures, in vivo and ex vivo physiology, experimental design, data analysis, scientific writing, project management, and training research personnel.

Anticipated Hiring Range

• Salary Range: $60,944 - $86,632 annually
• Grade: GGS 011
• University Title: Senior Scientist
• Internal applicants can determine their University title by accessing the Talent Profile tile in myHR.

Application Materials

• CV

Sponsorship Information

• Employment visa sponsorship may be available for this position.

Community Information

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