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　　to learn more about the benefits of working at Temple University.The Burdo laboratory in the Department of Microbiology, Immunology, and Inflammation and Center for NeuroVirology and Gene Editing at the Lewis Katz School of Medicine at Temple University is looking to recruit a Research Scientist. Under the direction of the PI, the Research Scientist will perform a high level of research work in an active research laboratory setting with state-of-the-art facilities to study human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) pathogenesis and HIV cure research. They will be responsible for planning, scheduling, coordinating, and directing phases of research activity.Responsibilities include: Performing laboratory experimentation, analysis, and literary research as required; following standard operating procedures (SOP) and protocols in the lab; operating and maintaining moderately complex laboratory equipment.Participate in the development of research project goals, stating problems to be investigated, creating an experimental design, and proposing procedures to be followed; makes ongoing revisions to project experiment plans and procedures as needed to pursue project objectives; documents, compiles, and assists with interpreting experimental data. Reports data to supervisor and team.Assists in developing systems for data collection and data management; write portions of manuscripts and reports; prepares materials for conferences; works well with a team of scientists; consults colleagues or scientific literature to develop professional expertise. Supervise other lab staff including graduate students. Performs the related duties as assigned.Required Education & Experience: Ph.D. in Virology, Biochemistry, Microbiology, Biotechnology or Molecular Biology and some Postdoctoral research experience in the field of viruses, specifically including HIV.Required Skills and abilities:*Ability to perform real-time PCR, RT-PCR, PCR, ddPCR, DNA/RNA/protein extraction, immunofluorescence, western blotting, preparation of lab solutions, molecular cloning techniques, electrophoresis techniques, cell culture techniques, flow cytometry, water/air/surfaces analysis in hospital environment and data analysis, ICC, IHC. Applications of CRISPR/Cas9 system.*Ability to perform research techniques including ELISA, histology, immunohistochemistry, western blots, PCR, and qPCRs.*Ability to operate specialized laboratory/scientific equipment.*Ability to work in a Biosafety Level 2 and 2+ environment with human and animal fluids and tissues.*Ability to collaborate with research team members*Excellent verbal and written communication skills.This is a grant-funded position.This position requires a background check for cash handling/PII accessTemple University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all in every aspect of its operations, including employment, service, and educational programs. The University has pledged not to discriminate on the basis of age, color, disability, marital status, national origin or ethnic origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or veteran status.Compliance Statement: In the performance of their functions as detailed in the position description employees have an obligation to avoid ethical, legal, financial and other conflicts of interest to ensure that their actions and outside activities do not conflict with their primary employment responsibilities at the institution. Employees are also expected to understand and be in compliance with applicable laws, University and employ ent policies and regulations, including NCAA regulations for areas and departments which their essential functions cause them to interact.To obtain additional information about Temple University please visit our website at www.temple.edu.Temple University's Annual Security and Fire Safety Report contains statistics, policies, and procedures related to campus safety.. .You may request a copy of the report by calling Temple University's Campus Safety Services at 215-204-7900.

　　Primary Location:Location INSIDE of PA

　　Job:StaffSchedule:Full-timeShift:Day JobEmployee Status:Regular

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