Department
BSD MED - Gastroenterology - Li Research Staff
About the Department
The Li lab is associated with Department of Medicine, Section of Gastroenterology and its main research interest is in the gastrointestinal and immune systems. The current research projects are focused on gut mucosal homeostasis, intestinal senescence, colon cancer, mucosal inflammation and innate immunity.
Job Summary
A Research Professional is sought to work on intestinal mucosal homeostasis, with a particular focus on understanding the development of mucosal inflammation and intestinal inflammatory disease.
Responsibilities
- Plans, executes, facilitates and advances the scientific research projects. Analyzes and interprets the scientific data.
- Develops and tests experimental protocols.
- Collaborates with other researchers.
- Participates in the preparation and writing of grant applications and reports, and co-author scientific research manuscripts.
- Serves as a resource for collecting data and performing analysis. Contributes to facilitating and promoting a research project by providing scientific or intellectual information.
- Reviews laboratory protocols and training on new techniques. Manage complex data sets for research.
- Performs other related work as needed.
Minimum Qualifications
Education:
Minimum requirements include a PhD in related field.
Work Experience:
Minimum requirements include knowledge and skills developed through 2-5 years of work experience in a related job discipline.
Certifications:
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Preferred Qualifications
Experience:
- Strong publication record in scientific research.
- Research experience in the gastrointestinal or immune system.
- Research experience in genetic animal models.
Preferred Competencies
- Strong knowledge in gastrointestinal biology and/or innate immunity.
- Strong experimental and technical skills.
- Attention to detail.
- Strong problem-solving skills.
- Strong organization skills.
- Work independently and as part of a team.
Application Documents
- Resume/CV (required)
- Cover Letter (required)
When applying, the document(s) MUST be uploaded via the My Experience page, in the section titled Application Documents of the application.
Job Family
Research
Role Impact
Individual Contributor
Scheduled Weekly Hours
40
Drug Test Required
No
Health Screen Required
No
Motor Vehicle Record Inquiry Required
No
Pay Rate Type
Salary
FLSA Status
Exempt
Pay Range
$70,000.00 - $90,000.00
The included pay rate or range represents the University’s good faith estimate of the possible compensation offer for this role at the time of posting.
Benefits Eligible
Yes
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