Research Scientist 1 - Dept. Of Biochemistry And Molecular Biology

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Position Summary:
The Department ofBiochemistry is recruiting for Research Scientist for the Li Research Lab. TheLi lab studies how Fatty acid binding proteins (FABPs) regulate cell metabolismand intracellular signal transduction pathways in leukocytes and determines themechanisms by which FABPs link high fat diets, lipid metabolism and complexdiseases (Cell, 2020; 182:1066, Cell metabolism; 2018;28:689). The ResearchScientist position will require the candidates to determine the crosstalk ofimmune cells and tumor cells by focusing on cell metabolism and signalingtransduction pathways.
Core Responsibilities:

• Design and perform assigned projects
• Maintain accurate and complete work records
• Tabulates experimental results and analyze data
• Assist with protocol development and troubleshooting
• Manuscript preparation and revision
• New lab staff and student training

Minimum Hiring Standards:

• Master'sdegree in Immunology and Related field of science
• Excellentcommunication and writing skills in English
• Must have a demonstrated commitment to fostering diversity and inclusion in past experiences or a commitment to do so as a staff member at VCU

Preferred Hiring Standards:

• Demonstratedexpertise in mouse models, cellular and Molecular immunology, flow cytometry,real-time PCR, Western blot, and other common skills in cell biology andMolecular Biology
• Specialconsideration will be given to candidates who will work independently withenthusiasm and self-motivation, and ability to solve problems that may ariseduring experiments

The School of Medicine continuously strives for our workplace and learning environment to reflect the demographic and social milieu of the communities we serve. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply.
This is a restricted position with no set end date and continued employment is dependent upon project need, availability of funding, and performance.
VCU is committed to hiring veterans! VCU will include a veteran's period(s) of military service in the calculation of their annual leave accrual rate. This may provide veterans with an increased leave accrual!
ORP Eligible: Yes
University Code: 33241Y
Salary Range: $67,000
Position Details:
Department: Biochemistry and Molecular Biology
Employment Type: UF - University Employee FT
Restricted Status: Yes
FTE: 100
Exemption Status: Exempt
Contact Information:
Contact Name: Noah Craig