Life Science Research Professional 2 (Onsite) - Anesthesia

The Department of Anesthesiology, Perioperative and Pain Medicine, at Stanford University’s School of Medicine, is a world-leading department that offers comprehensive training, perioperative patient care, pain management, and critical care medicine. The department also engages in cutting edge research, encompassing a wide spectrum of programs in basic, translational, clinical, health services and medical education.

The Department of Anesthesiology, Perioperative and Pain Medicine is seeking a Life Science Research Professional 2 to perform more complex functions and activities involved in defined research projects, and independently conduct a portion of the research project(s). The Tawfik Lab (tawfiklab.stanford.edu) in the Department of Anesthesiology, Perioperative & Pain Medicine is seeking an individual who is passionate about science, has keen attention to detail and thrives in an inclusive and team-oriented lab environment. Duties will include acting as a Lab Manager to ensure compliance with all institutional laboratory policies, managing the mouse colony (breeding, weaning), performing behavioral pharmacology experiments to test new analgesics, and working with a diverse team of students and postdoctoral fellows on exciting neuroscience-focused discovery. Previous experience with transgenic mouse lines, mouse handling (required), and behavioral assays (preferred). Exceptional organizational and communication skills required. Preference for background in Neuroscience research. Individual will work closely with PI, Dr. Vivianne Tawfik and the entire team, to move forward our understanding of chronic pain. Seeking someone with a growth mindset with passion for learning new things, excited about research, but resilient in the face of experimental challenges.

At Stanford University School of Medicine, the work we do touches the lives of those today and tomorrow. Through education, research, and health care, the School of Medicine improves health through leadership, diversity, collaborative discoveries, and innovation in health care. Whether working in departments with faculty, or in units that support the school, our staff are a part of teams that propel us on our journey toward the future of medicine and Precision Health.

Supporting that mission is a staff of more than 10,000, which is rooted in a culture of excellence and values innovation, collaboration, and life-long learning. To foster the talents and aspirations of our staff, Stanford offers career development programs, competitive pay that reflects market trends, and benefits that increase financial stability and promote healthy, fulfilling lives. An award- winning employer, Stanford offers an exceptional setting for professionals looking to advance their careers.

School of Medicine, and the Department of Anesthesia are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion for its faculty, staff, residents, and postdocs, and fellows. We aim to recruit, support, retain, and promote diversity in our department.

For more information on our department, please see our website: https://med.stanford.edu/anesthesia.html

Duties include:

• Act as lab manager for the research group: general lab maintenance; maintain lab stock, manage chemical inventory and safety records, and provide general lab support.Responsible for managing transgenic mouse colony, all compliance records for controlled substances, animal protocol, chemical inventory etc.
• Plan and perform experiments in support of research projects in lab and/or field based on knowledge of scientific theory. Interpret and perform basic analyses of results.Participate in research studying the immune contribution to perioperative paid and chronic pain including complex regional pain syndrome and nerve injury.Plan and perform behavioral pharmacology experiments in mice including multiple assays to look at evoked and non-evoked sensitivity, as well as a variety of in vitro and in vivo experiments related to animal models of chronic pain.Support ongoing projects, troubleshoot and adapt methods as necessary to achieve project goals.
• Review literature on an ongoing basis to remain current with new procedures and related research.
• Optimize procedures and protocols in collaboration with graduate and post-doctoral individuals.
• Maintain detailed records of experiments and outcomes.Record and analyze results, and provide reports. Due to the complexity of the project, must maintain concise, accurate records and data, ensuring integrity of the animal records system.
• Contribute to publication of findings. Participate in the preparation of written documents, including procedures, presentations, and proposals.
• Help orient and train new staff or students.

*- Other duties may also be assigned

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Previous experience with transgenic mouse strains, breeding, colony maintenance.

Demonstrated experience in mouse behavioral assays a huge asset, as well as molecular biological, and histological techniques.

Demonstrated experience managing a basic science lab including inventory, compliance for animal protocols and general management skills.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE (REQUIRED):

Bachelor's degree in related scientific field and two years of relevant work experience; or Master’s degree in a related scientific field.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (REQUIRED):

• Comprehensive understanding of scientific principles.
• General computer skills and ability to quickly learn and master computer programs, databases, and scientific applications.
• Strong analytical skills and excellent judgment.
• Ability to maintain detailed records of experiments and outcomes.
• Ability to work under deadlines with general guidance is essential.
• Excellent organizational skills and demonstrated ability to accurately complete detailed work.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS*:

• Frequently stand, walk, twist, bend, stoop, squat, grasp lightly, use fine manipulation, grasp forcefully, perform desk-based computer tasks, use telephone, write by hand, lift, carry, push and pull objects weighing over 40 pounds.
• Occasionally sit, kneel, crawl, reach and work above shoulders, sort and file paperwork or parts.
• Rarely climb, scrub, sweep, mop, chop and mix or operate hand and foot controls.
• Must have correctible vision to perform duties of the job.
• Ability to bend, squat, kneel, stand, reach above shoulder level, and move on hard surfaces for up to eight hours.
• Ability to lift heavy objects weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to work in a dusty, dirty, and odorous environment.
• Position may require repetitive motion.

*- Consistent with its obligations under the law, the University will provide reasonable accommodation to any employee with a disability who requires accommodation to perform the essential functions of his or her job.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• May require working in close proximity to blood borne pathogens.
• Will require work in an environment where animals are used for teaching and research.
• Position may at times require the employee to work with or be in areas where hazardous materials and/or infectious diseases are present.
• Employee must perform tasks that require the use of personal protective equipment, such as safety glasses and shoes, protective clothing and gloves, and possibly a respirator.
• May require extended or unusual work hours based on research requirements and business needs.

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 bases 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.

The expected pay range for this position is $67,000 to $88,000 per annum.

Stanford University provides pay ranges representing its good faith estimate of what the university reasonably expects to pay for a position. The pay offered to a selected candidate will be determined based on factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the qualifications of the selected candidate, departmental budget availability, internal equity, geographic location and external market pay for comparable jobs.