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Assistant Scientist / Laboratory manager - Georgetown University Medical Center

Employer: Georgetown University
Location: Washington D.C.

Administrative Jobs: Academic Affairs, Research Staff & Technicians
Institution Type: Four-Year Institution

Assistant Scientist / Laboratory manager - Georgetown University Medical Center

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Assistant Scientist / Laboratory manager - Georgetown University Medical Center

The Slingerland laboratory is seeking to hire an available Assistant Scientist for research in cell cycle regulation and PI3K signaling, and to investigate novel pro-oncogenic roles of p27 in transcriptional regulation and epigenetics. Other projects pursue how estrogen receptor and NFKB pathways interact to link estrogens, obesity, inflammation, and breast cancer stem cells.

Projects require discretion and judgment in research activities within project scope and methodologies. This position requires in-depth knowledge of molecular biology, protocol/ method development, organizing and implementing complex research plans, analysis of data, and writing manuscripts for publication of findings.

The Assistant Scientist will assist the Principle Investigator to conduct research and serve as Laboratory manager, organizing purchase of reagents and supplies, training junior lab members in routine protocols and assisting in all organizational aspects of the laboratory per Georgetown University policies and procedures.

Individual hired will need to be able to function independently to manage daily affairs of the research laboratory design and perform routine and complex laboratory research experiments. Will receive instruction and mentorship from the Principal Investigator, Dr Slingerland.

Qualifications

Ph.D. in a relevant field of cellular and molecular research and 3 years of post -PhD research experience.

Candidates must possess:

broad knowledge of cancer research and experience in human cell/tissue culture, molecular biological techniques, experience with animal models; prior experience in epigenetics/bioinformatics is desirable but not required.
ability to plan, organize and meet deadlines is required.
must be highly motivated and detail oriented.
excellent communication skills (verbal and written), and ability to collaborate with others.
ability to successfully manage multiple tasks simultaneously and independently.
demonstrate problem solving skills.

Sponsored Project Management

The Lab Manager will assist in review of budget and expenses of grant funded projects to assure expenditures remain within the funded budget.

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EEO Statement:

Georgetown University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer fully dedicated to achieving a diverse faculty and staff. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity and expression, and sexual orientation), disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Benefits:

Georgetown University offers a wide variety of comprehensive and competitive benefits. Benefits packages include comprehensive health, dental and vision plans, disability and life insurance coverage, retirement savings programs, tuition assistance, voluntary insurance options (including group legal, accident, and critical illness), and much more. Whatever your need, the Office of Faculty and Staff Benefits will be standing by to support you. You can learn more about the benefits offered to eligible faculty and staff at https://benefits.georgetown.edu or view the online interactive benefits guide for more information.

To apply, visit https://georgetown.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/Georgetown_Admin_Careers/job/Medical-Center/Assistant-Scientist---Laboratory-manager---Georgetown-University-Medical-Center_JR08981

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