Job Description:

The Staff Scientist takes a lead role in designing and performing experiments to investigate the mechanisms of Chromatin regulation and RNA splicing in human neurons, including, bioinformatics analysis of transcriptomic and epigenomic data, as well as preparation of results for publication. The Staff Scientist also oversees and coordinates the activities of a wet bench research assistant, and an undergrad working on this project. In addition, the Staff Scientist will contribute to oversee other bioinformatics studies and analysis carried out in the Lizarraga laboratory by supervising a computational research assistant in the laboratory.

This is a fixed term position with a current end date of one year from the start of hire, which may be extended based upon available funding.

Job Qualifications

Education and Experience
• Required: Master’s degree (in molecular biology, cell biology, or related field); PhD Preferred
• 3-5 years of research experience or, equivalent combination of education and experience
• Postdoctoral laboratory experience (Preferred)
• Stem cell biology and neuronal differentiation experience (Preferred)
• Bioinformatics experience (Preferred)
• Supervisory experience (Preferred)
• H3K36 methylation expertise (Preferred)

Job Competencies
• Excellent organizational/record-keeping skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Excellent Computational biology skills and knowledge
• Excellent quantitative skills
• Self-motivated
• Possesses a willingness and ability to support and promote a diverse and inclusive campus community.

Criminal and education background required.

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2023-06-14

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Please note that in order to be considered an applicant for any staff position at Brown University you must submit an application form for each position for which you believe you are qualified. Applications are not kept on file for future positions. Please include a cover letter and resume with each position application.

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