Staff Research Scientist - Oklahoma City, OK, United States - University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center

Description

Hayes laboratory () in the Department of Cell Biology at the University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center is seeking an enthusiastic and responsible Staff Scientist to support research projects studying the neuro-immune mechanisms in brain health and disease across the lifespan.

Research in the Hayes Lab focuses on how developmental immune stressors lead to changes in brain development and risk for neurodevelopmental disorders.

We're a new group committed to fostering inclusivity in STEM. Come join our growing group as we tackle exciting questions in neuroscience
Non-tenured, specified term scientific position. Responsible for the management of a research laboratory.
Conducts research, provides support to various research activities, and trains laboratory staff.
Ensures all employees follow laboratory safety regulations and laboratory policies and procedures.
Develops and implements laboratory operational policies and procedures.
Develops and implements strategic goals for the lab and presents to Principal Investigator.

Develops and oversees new projects to include but not limited to program analysis and possible sources of potential sponsored funding.

Independently conducts research projects, constructs tests or assist with construction of tests, and collaborates with other researchers.
Compiles data and prepares research manuscripts for publication in peer reviewed journals.
Conducts literature searches in order to stay current with ongoing research in a specific field or project.
Collects data and conducts analyses by interpreting, drawing conclusions and documenting the data.
Presents research results to other researchers, committees, faculty, and at scientific meetings.
Supervises laboratory personnel.
Responsible for hiring, terminating, training, conducting performance evaluations, disciplining, delegating, and monitoring employee's work.
May apply for grants or contracts.
36 months Postdoctoral Research Fellow experience.

Advanced knowledge of their scientific field.
Ability to compile and analyze data.

Excellent verbal and written skills in order to prepare technical and research papers, grant applications, and publish and communicate findings to peers and at conferences.

Advanced working knowledge of computers to store, process and analyze data.
Reaching, bending, stooping, and handling laboratory equipment.
Laboratory Environment. Exposure to chemicals, biohazardous materials, carcinogens, blood borne pathogens, and other biohazards.
The primary responsibilities of the position include working independently and overseeing junior lab members. Duties include mouse colony maintenance, performing experiments, data collection, data analysis, data management, and presentation both written and orally.

The candidate is expected to have expertise in basic laboratory techniques, contribute to team science, and have an intrinsic curiosity for science and discovery.

The candidate will be expected to work on multiple research projects, train junior members, contribute to intellectual discussions in the lab, write grant applications, publish research articles in peer-reviewed journals, and present as scientific conferences.

The position is perfect for individuals looking to build a career at the bench while gaining expertise in project management, and leadership.

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Cell Biology
Oklahoma-Oklahoma City-Health Sciences Center


Schedule:
Full-time