Biological Mas Spectroscopist

Required Qualifications (as evidenced by an attached resume):
Doctoral degree (or foreign equivalent) in Analytical Chemistry, Biochemistry or closely related field. Three (3) years of research experience in molecular characterization by analytical methods or mass spectroscopy, to include at least one year of research experience following attainment of a Doctoral degree (or foreign equivalent).

Preferred Qualifications:
Four years of research experience in Analytical Chemistry. Experience with data analysis.

Brief Description of Duties:
Stony Brook University has a Senior Research Scientist in the Office of Scientific Affairs- Biological Mass Spec Facility. The incumbent will develop, design and run research experiments and ensure that all research protocols follow the policies and procedures of Stony Brook University. The Senior Research Scientist will be responsible for the operations of the lab.

Duties:

Responsible for the overall management of the lab, may supervise postdoctoral associates and research support positions. Will provide training on specific specialized skills and research methods and is responsible for the operation of the lab.

Develop and design research experiments with proteins, lipids, metabolites and drug compounds.

Conduct research experiments utilizing specialized techniques, applying theories, concepts and principles of analytical chemistry assay development. Mass spectrometry, PCR-elisa, and multi-well plate assays are typically used to identify and/or quantitate small and large molecules.

Prepare manuscripts for publications in peer reviewed and/or scientific journals.

Prepare grant proposals; apply for grants, to include writing proposals for the research projects, identifying funding sources, and training opportunities.

Other duties as assigned.

Special Notes:
The Research Foundation of SUNY is a private educational corporation. Employment is subject to the Research Foundation policies and procedures, sponsor guidelines and the availability of funding. FLSA Exempt position, not eligible for the overtime provisions of the FLSA. Minimum salary threshold must be met to maintain FLSA exemption.

Essential Position: This has been designated as an essential position based on the duties of the job and the functions performed. Positions that are designated as such may be required to report to work/remain at work even if classes are canceled, and the campus is working on limited operations in an emergency.

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

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The starting salary range (or hiring range) to be offered for this position is noted below, it represents SBU's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting.