Basic Life Research Scientist (2 Year Fixed Term)
Stanford University

Basic Life Research Scientist (2 Year Fixed Term)🔍School of Medicine, Stanford, California, United States📁Research📅Feb 14, 2024 Post Date📅101186 Requisition #Established in 1996, the Stanford University Transgenic, Knockout and Tumor model Center (TKTC) produces transgenic animal models for different fields and applications. TKTC provides specialist skills and resources for the production, storage and use of genetically modified mouse lines. To generate transgenic mouse lines, TKTC uses the most updated technologies including Crispr and Integrase Mediated Transgenesis (IMT). TKTC also engages in new technology development and creative pioneer studies. Stanford University TKTC is seeking a highly motivated Basic Life Research Scientist who will be a key member of TKTC's transgenic mouse team. This is a Two Year, Renewable Position.The scientist will be responsible for the:

Design of transgenic mouse models.Performance of mouse pronuclear microinjection.Mouse embryo electroporation and subsequent genotyping.Recording and analysis of experiment data that will be used for trouble shooting and/or publications and/or presentations in pertinent research accomplishments. Maintenance of timely communication with the primary investigator (PI) to provide updates on all scientific projects.Exploration of new techniques to adapt to TKTC.Updates to standard operating procedures.Contributions to new technology development.

The scientist will be part of the TKTC team, have strong communication skills, and the ability to work independently and be a team player.CORE DUTIES:

50% - Develop genotyping strategy through the generation of mouse genome edited models that includes is but not limited to: mouse embryo manipulation using microinjection and electroporation, embryos implantation, and genotyping. 20% - Provide consultation and design of genome edited model, communicate with researchers to update and report the project status. 20% - Data recording and analysis for trouble shooting. 10% - Literature reading and new technology development.

* - Other duties may also be assigned.REQUIRED:

A Ph.D in Biology Science with 2 or more years experiences. In-depth familiarity in genome editing. Molecular biology skills (cloning and genotyping etc.). Excellent skills of small animal surviving surgery. Transgenic mouse generation experience.

DESIRED:

Mouse embryo microinjection. Crispr technology experiences.

WORK STANDARDS:

Interpersonal Skills: Demonstrates the ability to work well with Stanford colleagues and clients and with external organizations.Promote Culture of Safety: Demonstrates commitment to personal responsibility and value for safety; communicates safety concerns; uses and promotes safe behaviors based on training and lessons learned.Subject to and expected to comply with all applicable University policies and procedures, including but not limited to the personnel policies and other policies found in the University's Administrative Guide, http://adminguide.stanford.edu.

Stanford University has provided a pay range representing its good faith estimate of what the university reasonably expects to pay for the position. The pay offered to the selected candidate will be determined based on factors including (but not limited to) the experience and qualifications of the selected candidate including equivalent years since their applicable education, field or discipline; departmental budget availability; internal equity; among other factors. The expected pay range for this position is $80,000 to $90,000 per annum. Stanford University has provided a pay range representing its good faith estimate of what the university reasonably expects to pay for the position. The pay offered to the selected candidate will be determined based on factors including (but not limited to) the experience and qualifications of the selected candidate including equivalent years since their applicable education, field or discipline; departmental budget availability; internal equity; among other factors. At Stanford University, base pay represents only one aspect of the comprehensive rewards package. The Cardinal at Work website (https://cardinalatwork.stanford.edu/benefits-rewards) provides detailed information on Stanford's extensive range of benefits and rewards offered to employees. Specifics about the rewards package for this position may be discussed during the hiring process.Additional Information

• Schedule: Full-time
• Job Code: 5574
• Employee Status: Fixed-Term
• Grade: R99
• Requisition ID: 101186
• Work Arrangement : On Site

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