Senior Research Support Specialist

Required Qualifications (as evidenced by an attached resume):
Bachelor's Degree (foreign equivalent or higher) in Biochemistry, Biotechnology or related field. Two years of experience with liquid chromatography tandem mass spectrometry (LC-MS/MS) and proteomics sample preparation. Two years of full-time experience with advanced research related/laboratory activities.
Preferred Qualifications: 
Advanced degree (foreign equivalent or higher). 
Brief Description of Duties:
The Senior Research Support Specialist will undertake complex laboratory and research related tasks. Working under general supervision in support of a research project or program for Dr. Wei Yang in the Department of Pathology and Cancer Center.  Incumbent will operate equipment such as LC-MS/MC instruments, perform proteomics sample preparation as well as collate and interpret proteomics data.  The successful incumbent will have excellent interpersonal skills, exercising strong organizational and time-management skills with an exceptional attention to detail.  Essential for this role is the adeptness to work independently as well as part of a team with a collaborative approach to problem solving.

 
Duties:

·         Conduct experiments with Mass spectrometry based Proteomics, provide research support by conducting tests using specialized methods for data collection; interpret the collected data.

·         Develop, monitor, coordinate and manage activities to maintain effective operation of the program.

·         Work collaboratively with other employees, faculty, and professionals to advance the goals of the project.

·         Observe, collect and analyze data and write summary reports as necessary.

·         Prepare reports, drafts and/or manuscripts based on collected data.

·         Other duties as assigned.

Special Notes:
This is a full-time appointment. FLSA Exempt position, not eligible for the overtime provisions of the FLSA. Minimum salary threshold must be met to maintain FLSA exemption.

Resume/CV and cover letter should be included with the online application.
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