Scripps Staff Scientist - Kodadek
The position of Scripps Staff Scientist is an advanced-level position. The position requires the individual to perform many non-routine scientific procedures and a great deal of thought planning to resolve complex problems as they arise. It is necessary for the individual to exercise judgement in developing methods, techniques and evaluating criteria to obtain results.
The individual is required to perform complex and novel assignments requiring development of novel or improved techniques and procedures. Needs to have the ability to trouble shoot proficiency to advanced scientific goals. Must have knowledge and the ability to compile comprehensive reports of assigned projects and present them to the team for discussion. Furthermore, co-authoring peer reviewed publications and aiding in the grant writing. The individual will work directly under the guidance of the PI with minimal supervision.
The individual will broadly work to supervise the day-to-day operations and mentor lab personnel including students, technicians, and advanced degree holders. This includes training personnel on novel techniques, aiding in progress reports/presentations and technical advice on experimental design, data collection and analysis.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
· Carry out experiments at the bench.
· Analyze data.
· Prepare reports and publications on a computer.
· Prepare sections of grant proposals on a computer.
EXPECTED SALARY:
Commensurate with experience.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
A doctorate degree in an appropriate scientific discipline required. A minimum of 2 years postdoctoral experience.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS TO APPLICANTS:
To be considered for this position, applicants must upload a cover letter and resume.
To learn more about UF Scripps Biomedical Research, please click on the link: UF Scripps Biomedical Research.
Please provide names and email addresses of three to five references as part of the application process. When ready, the hiring department will contact the listed references via email requesting their reference letters to be uploaded directly to the application website.
This is a time-limited position.
Applications must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. of the posting end date.
To apply for this position, visit https://jobs.ufl.edu/ Job number for this vacancy is <524863>. If accommodation due to a disability is needed to apply for this position, please call (352) 392-2HRS or the Florida Relay System at (800) 955-8771 (TDD).
The University of Florida is an equal Opportunity Employer dedicated to building a broadly diverse and inclusive faculty and staff. The University of Florida invites all qualified applicants, including minorities, women, veterans, and individuals with disabilities. The University of Florida is a public institution and subject to all requirements under the Florida Sunshine and Public Records laws.
REQ # 524863