Research Scientist

Research Scientist - 26002789 Pittsburgh, PA 5 DAYS AGO 22548003 Summary Pittsburgh, PA In-Person Competitive Salary 1 Years Experience Any degree above a Master's - e.g. Ph.D., Ed.

D., J.D. No Commission 40.00 hours per week / Day Shift / Full-Time Description Research Scientist Med-Ophthalmology - Pennsylvania-Pittsburgh - (26002789) A Research Scientist position is available in the St. Leger laboratory of the University of Pittsburgh, Department of Ophthalmology. The research will focus on investigating the nature of eye-colonizing bacteria in the context of ocular surface health and disease.

Qualification of candidate:

PhD in Microbiology with 5 years of postdoctoral experience. Job Summary Conducts independent scientific research projects from inception to presentation. Prepares and crafts various documentations of research results into manuscripts, proposals, grant applications, and presentations. Trains undergraduates and research technicians. Manages laboratory policies and coordinates project development in collaboration with other specialists. Essential Functions The research will focus on investigating the nature of eye-colonizing bacteria in the context of ocular surface health and disease. Specifically, the new project will focus on the functionality of this relationship in the context of Sjogren's Syndrome. Responsibilities will include performing experiments, analyzing data, writing manuscripts, and other laboratory related tasks. Physical Effort Must be able to stand for long periods of time.

Assignment Category:

Full-time regular

Job Classification:

Staff.

Research Scientist Job Family:

Research Job Sub Family:

Research Science Campus:

Pittsburgh Minimum Education Level Required:

Professional Doctorate Degree Minimum Years of Experience Required:

5 Will this position accept substitution in lieu of education or experience:

No Work Schedule:

M- F 8:30am to 5:00pm

Work Arrangement:

On-Campus:

Teams that work on campus, in an office, or in a lab.

Hiring Range:

To be determined based on qualifications Relocation_

Offered:

No Visa Sponsorship Provided:

No Background Check:

For position finalists, employment with the University will require successful completion of a background check

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Not Applicable View the full job description https://www.click2apply.net/gXrgDWsp5Xwajhr8Mi6p17. Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.

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