SCIENTIST I

University of Alabama at Birmingham, United States

Updated: about 1 month ago
Location: Birmingham, ALABAMA

SCIENTIST I - (T215322)

Description

 

The University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB),  Genetics Research Division, is seeking a Scientist I. The candidate will work in the field of pancreatic beta cell biology, obesity, and insulin resistance in diabetes research. 

 

General Responsibilities

 

  • To employ a broad knowledge of principles, practices and procedures in a particular field of specialization.
  • To plan, coordinate and conduct research.

 

Key Duties & Responsibilities  

  • Designs and conduct experiments independently and together with co-workers.
  • Analyzes and interpret the data, and present and publish the findings in journals and conferences.
  • Plans, coordinates, and conducts scientific research requiring judgment in the independent evaluation, selection, and substantial adaptation and modification of standard scientific techniques.
  • Writes grant applications, carries projects to completion and supervises/trains employees and students.
  • Designs, performs and/or oversees experiments and data collection to ensure data integrity, quality control and protocol compliance.
  • Collects, analyzes, and interprets data; prepares statistical and narrative reports and/or graphs.
  • Supervises and/or performs equipment maintenance, operations, and quality control procedures.
  • Performs and/or oversees new research procedures.
  • Serves as principal investigator on sub-projects of complexities.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.

    • Annual Salary Range   $63,125.00 - $103,700.00

     

     

    Qualifications

     
    • Doctor of Philosophy, D.V.M. or M.D. degree in a related field and two (2) years of related experience  
    • OR  M.D. and Master's degree.  
    • OR  Master's degree and four (4) years of related experience  
    • OR  Bachelor's degree and six (6) years of related experience 

    Work experience may NOT substitute for education requirement. 

     

    Key Skills

    • Team player
    • Independent thinker
     
    Primary Location
    : University
    Job Category
    : Scientific Research
    Organization
    : 392704000 Genetics Research Div
    Employee Status
    : Regular
    Shift: Day/1st Shift
    Work Arrangement (final schedule to be determined by the department/hiring manager): Onsite

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