Senior Research Scientist - Department of Pathology

Senior Research Scientist - Department of Pathology Richmond, VA, United States req6530 SENIOR RESEARCH SCIENTIST - DEPARTMENT OF PATHOLOGY of working at VCU All full-time university staff are eligible for VCU's robust benefits package that includes: comprehensive health benefits, paid annual and holiday leave granted up front, generous tuition benefit, retirement planning and savings options, tax-deferred annuity and cash match programs, employee discounts, well-being resources, abundant opportunities for career development and advancement, and more. Learn more about VCU's benefits here. Job Code 33244 Recruitment Pool All Applicants Posting Number req6530 Unit School Of Medicine MBU Department Department of Pathology Department Website Link Location VCU Address 907 Floyd Ave, Richmond, VA 23284 USA Duties & Responsibilities Summary: We are seeking applications from highly motivated Senior Research Scientists to join the Department of Pathology at Virginia Commonwealth University. Our lab focuses on the therapeutic antibody development and drug repurposing projects in human cancer. The Senior Research Scientist will be responsible for developing, conducting, and supervising translational/clinical research in the above research themes and overseeing administrative activities of the lab in conjunction with the Principal Investigator. Typical Duties: Plan and execute experiments using lab techniques including, but not limited to: isolation of protein, DNA & RNA, Northern and Southern blot hybridization, restriction DNA mapping, PCR, cell culture, transfections, yeast hybrid-screening, immuno-detection methods, flow cytometry, confocal microscopy, PET/CT imaging of small animals. Collect and analyze data from lab experiments and collaborator studies. Ensure timely ordering of laboratory chemical and supply inventories by personnel. Implement improvements in any aspect of the research undertaken in the group. Update laboratory equipment control software, as releases become available, and ensure devices are functioning properly Provide technical training of technicians, graduate and undergraduate students, and postdoctoral fellows. Provide input in this regard to supervisor as personnel evaluations are conducted. Ensure integrity of testing and compliance with university and external regulatory offices (IACUC, IRB, OEHS,DEA, etc.). Serve as contact person for university compliance offices and prepare all materials and site for inspections. Assist PI with writing and editing initial drafts of manuscripts for publication in scientific journals. Keep abreast of historical and current scientific literature pertinent to the laboratory's activities. Present new findings at regularly scheduled laboratory meetings. Maintain bibliographic databases for reference and use in reports and publications. Qualifications Minimum Qualifications: Ph.D. or higher degree in biological sciences with an emphasis on cell/molecular biology, with several years of postdoctoral training and lab managements. Ability to conduct independent in vivo and patient-related research projects and analyze data scientifically. Knowledge of the appropriate scientific literature, laboratory procedures and practices Must possess documented medical writing and composition skills, resulting in published scientific reports and manuscripts. Competency with statistical and graphing software. Must have a demonstrated commitment to fostering diversity and inclusion in past experiences or a commitment to do so as a staff member at VCU. Preferred Qualifications Ph.D. or higher degree in biomedical science with a strong background in biochemical/molecular methodologies, drug repurposing, and therapeutic biologics. Documented managerial skills appropriate for coordinating and managing multiple studies simultaneously ORP Eligibility: Yes Restricted Position: This is a restricted position with no set end date and continued employment is dependent upon project need, availability of funding, and performance. Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU) School of Medicine is a premier academic medical center located in the heart of Richmond. Accounting for almost half of VCU's sponsored research, the School of Medicine is internationally recognized for patient care and education. VCU School of Medicine comprises 18 clinical departments, eight basic health science departments, and 11 affiliated institutes and centers, and provides preeminent education to physicians and scientists in order to improve the quality of healthcare for humanity. All full-time university staff are eligible for our generous benefits package that includes choices for health, vision, and dental coverage, life-insurance, short and long-term disability coverage, retirement planning, tax-deferred annuity and cash match programs, flexible spending accounts, tuition benefits, significant paid-time off,12 paid holidays, and more. Explore our benefits further here: https://hr.vcu.edu/current-employees/benefits/university-and-academic-professional-benefits/ The School of Medicine continuously strives for our workplace and learning environment to reflect the demographic and social milieu of the communities we serve. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply. FLSA University Employee Job FTE 100 Exemption Status Exempt Restricted Position Yes E-Class UF - University Employee FT Job Category University Employee ORP Eligible Yes Salary Range $85,000 - $95,000 Compensation Type Salaried Target Hire Date 1/1/2025 Contact Information for Candidates SOMHR