Herc-Higher Education Recruitment Consortium

Required:

• PhD and/or MD degree with at least 5 years of relevant research experience in academia and/or industry
• Strong background in molecular biology, RNA biology, and mammalian cell culture
• Proven track record in research
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively

Preferred:

• Experience with RNA formulation, protein production, and technology development
• Experience with gene transfer, functional genomics, or immunology

Responsibilities of Research Scientist will include molecular cloning, RNA purification, protein production, cell culture, protocol optimization and scaling, novel assay development, attendance at weekly lab meetings, and participation in the training of postdoctoral fellows, graduate students, and research assistants. S/he will be involved in multiple projects and will be expected to make scientific and written contributions to justify first or co-authorship on manuscripts for publication.

Stanford is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Stanford welcomes applications from all who would bring additional dimensions to the University's research, teaching and clinical missions.

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