Research Scientist 2

University of New Mexico
Monthly: $3,697.20 - $5,191.33
life insurance, remote work
United States, New Mexico, Albuquerque
1 University Of New Mexico (Show on map)
Dec 27, 2024
Requisition ID req31877 Working Title Research Scientist 2 Position Grade 12 Position Summary The Department of Cell Biology and Physiology at The University of New Mexico School of Medicine seeks a talented and highly motivated person to fill a full-time Research Scientist 2 position in the LncRNA, Epigenetics, and Genome Organization (LEGO) Laboratory at North Campus. The successful candidate will be vital in advancing the lab's research objectives and organization. Candidates should be ready to demonstrate basic laboratory skills and routine technical tasks associated with executing research protocols. Successful candidates will perform and/or assist in animal cell culture, nucleic acid/protein isolation, biochemistry assays, qPCR, preparing samples for Next-generation sequencing, and immunofluorescence/FISH assay. Furthermore, the candidate will be an ambitious researcher eager to work on interdisciplinary projects with the lab's Principal Investigator (PI) and lab members. The candidate should possess excellent organizational, record-keeping, and interpersonal skills to succeed in this position. They will work closely with fellow team members and coordinate laboratory research projects. This will involve managing research materials and specimens, maintaining equipment, performing quality control, collecting/analyzing/interpreting data, and adhering to all laboratory and safety protocols. In addition to their laboratory duties, the successful candidate will have opportunities to participate in research publications and present their findings at scientific conferences. The position also provides opportunities for professional development and mentorship, enabling individuals to advance their scientific careers while contributing to groundbreaking research. We encourage candidates from diverse backgrounds to apply as we are committed to promoting equity, diversity, and inclusion (EDI) in our workplace. Effort distribution: * Perform experimental procedures, protocols, and preparation techniques under supervision - 40% * Protocol standardization, testing novel methodologies, and data analysis - 30% * Collaborating with laboratory members and external collaborators to design experiments and analyze data - 30% The position is at the University of New Mexico Health Sciences Center, Albuquerque, NM. Candidates may be U.S. citizens, permanent residents, or foreign nationals. Fellowship will be commensurate with research experience according to the UNM recommended pay scale. For more information about UNM's Department of Cell Biology and Physiology School of Medicine, please see https://hsc.unm.edu/medicine/departments/cell-biology-physiology/. For more information on the job description and responsibilities, please see (https://jobdescriptions.unm.edu/detail.php?v&id=L2001) To receive certain UNM benefits, see the Benefits home page (https://hr.unm.edu/benefits) for more information and eligibility. Our research institution is located in the culturally rich city of Albuquerque, New Mexico. The lively Albuquerque area also offers a plethora of outdoor recreational opportunities, museums, art galleries, and vibrant culinary experiences to explore and enjoy. If you are passionate about epigenetics and cancer biology, please apply to join our vibrant, dynamic team in the LEGO Laboratory at The University of New Mexico School of Medicine. See the Position Description for additional information. Conditions of Employment Successful candidate must submit to a post-offer, pre-employment physical examination and medical history check. Additional health screenings may be required, dependent on the nature of the research conducted, as determined by Employee Occupational Health Services. Minimum Qualifications Bachelor's degree; at least 1 year of experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified. Completed degree(s) from an accredited institution that are above the minimum education requirement may be substituted for experience on a year for year basis. Preferred Qualifications * Master's degree with at least 2 years of experience directly working in the field of cancer biology, epigenetics, biochemistry, or genetics/genomics is preferred. * Experience working with RNA and proteins, preferably solid knowledge of epigenetic regulation and cancer biology displayed by 1 or 2 peer-reviewed publications or conference presentations. * Knowledge of fluorescence microscopy and in situ hybridization is advantageous but not mandatory. * Basic knowledge of handling and organizing omics data (RNA-seq, ChIP-seq, etc.) and bioinformatics/statistic software (GraphPad, R, Python, etc.) is ideal. Additional Requirements Campus Health Sciences Center (HSC) - Albuquerque, NM Department Cell Biology (624A) Employment Type Staff Staff Type Term - Full-Time Term End Date One year from date of hire Status Exempt Pay Monthly: $3,697.20 - $5,191.33 Benefits Eligible This is a benefits eligible position. The University of New Mexico provides a comprehensive package of benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance. In addition, UNM offers educational benefits through the tuition remission and dependent education programs. See the Benefits home page for a more information. ERB Statement As a condition of employment, eligible employees working greater than .25 FTE as determined by the New Mexico Education Retirement Act must make mandatory retirement contributions. For more information, review the Benefits Eligibility at a Glance grid. Background Check Required Yes For Best Consideration Date 1/13/2025 Eligible for Remote Work No Eligible for Remote Work Statement Application Instructions Only applications submitted through the official UNMJobs site will be accepted. If you are viewing this job advertisement on a 3rd party site, please visit UNMJobs to submit an application. Please upload your resume, cover letter, unofficial transcripts. Your cover letter should address how you meet the preferred qualifications. *Positions posted with a Staff Type of Regular* or Term are eligible for the Veteran Preference Program. See the Veteran Preference Program webpage for additional details.** The University of New Mexico is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. The University of New Mexico requires all regular staff positions successfully pass a pre-employment background check. This may include, but is not limited to, a criminal history background check, New Mexico Department of Health fingerprint screening, New Mexico Children, Youth, and Families Department fingerprint screening, verification of education credentials, and/or verification of prior employment. For more information about background checks, visit https://policy.unm.edu/university-policies/3000/3280.html. Refer to https://policy.unm.edu/university-policies/3000/3200.html for a definition of Regular Staff.