Research Scientist

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Location: Salt Lake City, UTAH
Job Type: FullTime
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Research Scientist
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Announcement
Open Date 09/22/2021
Requisition Number PRN27759B
Job Title Research Scientist
Working Title Research Scientist
Job Grade F
FLSA Code Professional
Patient Sensitive Job Code? No
Standard Hours per Week 40
Full Time or Part Time? Full Time
Shift Day
Work Schedule Summary
VP Area U of U Health - Academics
Department 00219 - Neurobiology & Anatomy Labs
Location Campus
City Salt Lake City, UT
Type of Recruitment External Posting
Pay Rate Range 47600 to 90400
Close Date
Open Until Filled Yes
Job Summary
Develops research projects and is responsible for scientific design, conduct and interpretation, presenting results and publishing manuscripts.
Responsibilities
The research scientist will oversee and conduct experiments aimed at understanding
sensory processing in the rodent brain. The work will support the overall research
program of the laboratory, which is aimed at understanding how the brain represents
and processes olfactory information. Approaches will involve whole-animal,
anesthetized preparations and optical tools for recording nervous system activity,
including two-photon laser microscopy, genetic and viral targeting of defined cell
types, and electrophysiological recordings. Specific techniques will be learned, but
experience with fluorescence microscopy, neurophysiology, molecular/genetic tools
and image analysis are important qualifications. The research scientist will be
expected to perform data collection independently and to aid in developing new
techniques for recording neural data, including reading current scientific literature
and designing new experiments in collaboration with the PI. The research scientist
will also be expected to analyze and present data independently
This job description is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to the job.
Work Environment and Level of Frequency that may be required
Nearly Continuously: Office environment.
Physical Requirements and Level of Frequency that may be required
Nearly Continuously: Sitting, hearing, listening, talking.
Often: Repetitive hand motion (such as typing), walking. 
Seldom: Bending, reaching overhead.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in biology, chemistry or other scientific discipline in a related field plus four years of experience or equivalency required. Demonstrated human relations and effective communication skills also required. 
 
Applicants must demonstrate the potential ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined in the position description.
Preferences
Candidates with experience in animal behavior, in vivo imaging, and/or strong computational skills are encouraged to apply.
Type Benefited Staff
Special Instructions Summary
Additional Information
The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students from diverse backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education for historically underrepresented students.
Individuals from historically underrepresented groups, such as minorities, women, qualified persons with disabilities and protected veterans are encouraged to apply. Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities. 
The University of Utah is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran’s status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both. 
To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability or if you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action:
Director/ Title IX Coordinator
Office of Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action (OEO/AA)
135 Park Building
Salt Lake City, UT 84112
801-581-8365
[email protected]
Online reports may be submitted at
oeo.utah.edu
For more information: https://www.utah.edu/nondiscrimination/
To inquire about this posting, email:
[email protected] or call 801-581-2300.
The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at (801) 581-7447 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS’ post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or University Human Resource Management at (801) 581-7447 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.
This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

  • * Indicate the number of years of experience that you have in developing scientific research projects, acting as principal or co-principal investigator, managing a research staff, and/or delivering formal presentations or educational seminars:
    • Less than 2 years
    • 2 year or more, but less than 4 years
    • 4 years or more, but less than 6 years
    • 6 years or more, but less than 8 years
    • 8 years or more
  • Do you have a PhD in genetics, biology, or related field?
    • yes
    • no

  • Applicant Documents
    Required Documents
  • Resume
  • Optional Documents
  • Cover Letter
  • Addendum to the University of Utah - Veteran Only - Call 801.581.2169 after submission
  • Appropriate discharge document (such as a DD-214 – Member Copy 4) – Veteran Only – Call 801.581.2169

  • University Human Resource Management
    250 East 200 South, Suite 125 Salt Lake City, UT 84111
    Contact us: (801) 581-2169 By Email: [email protected]

     


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