%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22line-height:normal;margin-bottom:0in;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22color:#295135;font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22mso-fareast-font-family:Calibri;%22%3E%3Cstrong%3E%3Cu%3EPosition Summary%3C/u%3E%3C/strong%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22line-height:normal;margin-bottom:0in;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22color:black;font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22mso-bidi-font-weight:bold;mso-themecolor:text1;%22%3EThe University of Alabama at Birmingham, Neurosurg-Laboratory Research, is seeking an experienced Researcher to join their team%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14px;%22%3E. %3C/span%3E%3Cspan style=%22color:black;font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22mso-bidi-font-weight:bold;mso-themecolor:text1;%22%3EThe individual in this role will support cancer-focused research projects in a wet lab environment with moderate supervision. The Researcher will be assigned a defined project focused on cancer under the direction of the Principal Investigator (Pl) and will work closely with a senior research scientist to carry out complex laboratory experiments, analyze data, and contribute to scientific publications and grant applications. This role requires dedication to the lab%27s research mission, demonstrated technical competence, attention to detail, initiative, people skills, and the ability to troubleshoot experiments and adapt protocols.%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22line-height:normal;margin-bottom:0in;%22%3E%26nbsp;%3C/p%3E%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22line-height:normal;margin-bottom:0in;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22color:#295135;font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22mso-fareast-font-family:Calibri;%22%3E%3Cstrong%3E%3Cu%3EGeneral Responsibilities%3C/u%3E%3C/strong%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cul%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22color:black;font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22line-height:107%;mso-fareast-font-family:Calibri;%22%3EAs a Researcher, you will play a key role in driving scientific discovery by independently leading and executing research projects. This professional-level position demands a high degree of expertise and judgement in designing studies, analyzing data, and may involve assistants in publishing findings. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, manage project timelines, and contribute to grant writing and securing funding for future research. Depending on the research focus, this position may involve research collaborator contact, research animal contact, and/or specimens.%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22color:black;font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22line-height:107%;mso-fareast-font-family:Calibri;%22%3EPerform other duties as assigned.%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3C/li%3E%3C/ul%3E%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22%3E%26nbsp;%3C/p%3E%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22color:#295135;font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22line-height:107%;mso-fareast-font-family:Calibri;%22%3E%3Cstrong%3E%3Cu%3ESalary Range%3C/u%3E%3C/strong%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22line-height:107%;mso-fareast-font-family:Calibri;%22%3E%3Cstrong%3E%3Cu%3E:%3C/u%3E%3C/strong%3E%26nbsp;%26nbsp;%26nbsp;%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3Cspan style=%22color:black;font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22line-height:107%;mso-fareast-font-family:Calibri;%22%3E%24%3C/span%3E 50,050- %3Cspan style=%22line-height:107%;mso-fareast-font-family:Calibri;%22%3E%24%3C/span%3E %3Cspan style=%22line-height:107%;mso-fareast-font-family:Calibri;%22%3E81,330%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E
Qualifications
Master's degree in a related field OR Bachelor's degree in related field and two (2) years of related experience OR Associate's degree in related field and four (4) years of related experience required or High School diploma or GED and six (6) years of related experience required. Work experience may NOT substitute for education requirement.
Preferences
Bachelor's Degree (BA, BS, etc.) in Biochemistry or Chemistry, Neuroscience, Biomedical Sciences, Genetics, Laboratory Science, or Biotechnology.
Experience in cancer biology and signaling, animal models for cancer, or related biomedical research
Proficiency in wet lab techniques and data analysis
Key Skills
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Ability to manage time effectively, work independently, and troubleshoot experimental issues
Excellent interpersonal skills
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