Job Details

A Research Scientist in the Norton Laboratory in the Department of Immunology & Microbiology is available immediately to conduct research projects on vaccination and infectious diseases under NIH contracts and grants. Research Scientists are individuals holding a Ph.D or equivalent terminal degree who play a major role in enabling research programs through collaborative and collegial interactions with faculty, postdoctoral fellows, graduate students, and staff. A research scientist may apply his/her effort entirely to research, or a combination of research, training, and lab managerial activities. The rank of the research scientist is a staff appointment.

* Technical skills and competencies to conduct quantifiable, meaningful research

* Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills

* Ability to interact with individuals of diverse backgrounds at all levels internal and external to the organization

* Ability to work collaboratively as a positive, contributing member of a team

* Ability to utilize various standardized word processing, spreadsheet preparation, and presentation software

* Ability to manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously

* Ability to prioritize work, performing assignments with minimal supervision

* Terminal Degree (Ph.D. /M.D. /D.V.M., etc.)

* Experience in rodent handling and tissue processing.

* Experience in laboratory techniques such as cell culture, ELISA and flow cytometry are desirable.

* Experience in aseptic techniques and culture.

* Experience in statistical analysis and/or big data management.