Visiting Scientific Project Manager -Carl R. Woese Institute for Genomic Biology

University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign; Urbana (IL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life Insurance

Retirement Plan

Paid time off

Tuition waivers

Job summary

The University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign seeks a Visiting Scientific Project Manager for the Carl R. Woese Institute for Genomic Biology. The role leads independent research, coordinates trainees, and guides lab activities while collaborating with multiple teams to achieve milestones.

Qualified candidates hold a Ph.D. in Microbiology or Molecular Biology with at least five years of research experience; supervisory experience and strong publications are preferred.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Microbiology or Molecular Biology is required.
• Minimum of five years of experience in a research setting beyond graduate education.
• Preference for Ph.D. in Microbiology and supervisory experience with a track record of publications.

Responsibilities

• Conduct independent research to advance project goals.
• Oversee trainees and junior staff; provide technical guidance and develop protocols.
• Collaborate with faculty, postdocs, students, and staff to meet project milestones.
• Create scientific presentations and contribute to publications and reports.
• Supervise laboratory staff and contribute to strategic planning with project leadership.
• Organize materials and present to sponsors and collaborators; foster cross-team collaborations.

Skills

Microbiology

Molecular biology

Virology

Leadership

Project coordination

Communication

Organization

Documentation

Education

Ph.D. in Microbiology or Molecular Biology

Ph.D. in Microbiology

Job description

Visiting Scientific Project Manager - Carl R. Woese Institute for Genomic Biology

Manage, train, and coordinate various research activities, provide technical guidance, and ensure the smooth operation of laboratory activities. Conduct independent research.

Duties & Responsibilities

Research activities

• Conduct independent research to advance project goals.
• Oversee project performance of trainees and junior staff and provide technical guidance and advise on best practices in developing protocols, conducting experiments, analyzing data and presenting results.
• Collaborate with faculty, postdocs, students, and staff as an embedded research team member to strategize on and execute research activities to meet project milestones.
• Create scientific presentations and present results in scientific meetings and conferences and contribute to the writing of peer-reviewed publications and technical reports.

Project management activities

• Supervise laboratory staff.
• Contribute to strategic planning and implementation of research goals in partnership with project leadership.
• Organize and prepare materials (presentations, reports) to present to project sponsors and collaborators.
• Foster collaborations within the project, both at the university and with partner institutions, including organizing meetings and facilitating interactions across project teams.
• Serve as the liaison between the laboratory team and project leadership team.

Physical Demands and Working Conditions

Work is performed in a general laboratory and office setting.

Minimum Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Microbiology or Molecular Biology.
• Minimum of five years of experience working in a research setting beyond graduate education.

Preferred Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Microbiology.
• Supervisory experience with a minimum of four or more years of progressively more responsible experience in an academic research setting.
• Documented record of excellent performance in recent professional appointments, evidenced by successful project execution, leadership responsibilities, and sustained contribution to research programs.
• Strong track record of scientific publication.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Strong expertise in microbiology, molecular biology, and virology techniques, including working with human and bacterial viruses.
• Demonstrated ability to work with various stakeholder teams and coordinate projects across multiple teams and institutions.
• Problem-solving skills and ability to work with various groups of individuals with varying work styles, experiences, and abilities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively with team members.
• Attention to detail and commitment to maintaining accurate documentation.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple research activities and meet deadlines.

Appointment Information

This is a 100% full-time Academic Professional position, appointed on a 12-month basis. The expected start date is as soon as possible after close date.The budgeted salary for this position is $70,000-$75,000. Final salary offered will be determined by a thorough assessment of available market date, internal salary equity, candidate eperience and qualifications.

This position is eligible for sponsorship for work authorization.

Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used in some portions of the candidate review process for this position; however, all employment decisions will be made by a person.

This position is intended to be eligible for benefits. This includes Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, a Retirement Plan, Paid time Off, and Tuition waivers for employees and dependents.

The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify.

Applicants with disabilities are encouraged to apply and may request a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (2008) to complete the application and/or interview process. Accommodations may also be requested on the basis of pregnancy, childbirth, and related conditions, or religion. Requests may be submitted through the reasonable accommodation portal, or by contacting the Office for Access & Equity at 217-333-0885, option #1, or [e-mail].

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