Howard University

Private research university in Washington, DC

Research Scientist

Life Sciences ResearchConfirmed live in the last 24 hours

Full-timeUnited States$65k - $75kIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

A PhD degree in a related field such as Biological Sciences, Chemistry, or Biochemistry, and five years of related work experience.
Experience or expertise in specialized laboratory techniques, including mass spectrometry, protein isolation, and purification.
Skill in operating a mass spectrometers, preferably Thermo instruments such as an Orbitrap, and using Windows-based computers and related software applications, including Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Access.
Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
Ability to establish and maintain effective work relationships with faculty, staff, students, and external entities.
Ability to plan, organize, and coordinate work with others.
Ability to multitask efficiently.

Responsibilities

Operate and maintain the Orbitrap Exploris 480; plan, develop, execute, and coordinate strategies for designated research projects and other projects as needed; and implement approved center or department policies and procedures in support of research projects and grant applications.
Interact with peers on ongoing projects, report to the principal investigator on project execution and research operations, and recommend operational changes as needed.
Prepare research manuscripts for publication, contribute to grant preparation, and contribute to annual reports.
Ensure assigned project goals and objectives are accomplished within established priorities, time and funding limitations, and other specifications.
Develop and schedule project-specific research support plans in accordance with workload, project needs, and available resources.
Recommend additional equipment, software, and resources needed for project development, and prepare ad hoc project-status reports for the director.
Provide staff, students, and faculty with technical advice, problem-solving assistance, and center or department policy information, and answer questions about specific research projects.
Work with evaluation professionals to advise on and implement methodologies for assessing center or department effectiveness.
Perform other related duties as assigned.

Desired Qualifications

Expertise in proteomics data analysis is a plus.
Experience with Thermo mass spectrometry instruments, such as an Orbitrap, is preferred.

The Talent Acquisition department hires qualified candidates to fill positions which contribute to the overall strategic success of Howard University. Hiring staff “for fit” makes significant contributions to Howard University’s overall mission.

At Howard University, we prioritize well-being and professional growth.

Here is what we offer:

Health & Wellness: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance, plus mental health support
Work-Life Balance: PTO, paid holidays, flexible work arrangements
Financial Wellness: Competitive salary, 403(b) with company match
Professional Development: Ongoing training, tuition reimbursement, and career advancement paths
Additional Perks:Wellness programs, commuter benefits, and a vibrant company culture

Join Howard University and thrive with us!

https://hr.howard.edu/benefits-wellness

JOB PURPOSE:

The purpose of this position is tooperate orbitrapExploris480 massspectrometerandparticipatein grant related research projects at theRCMI Proteomics Core facility. The projects require extensive knowledge of Mass Spectrometry Proteomics and related data analysis techniques, proteinchemistryand biochemistry. This position typically reports to theDirector ofRCMI Proteomics Core facility.

SUPERVISORY AUTHORITY:

Under the supervision of theRCMI Proteomics CoreDirector, formally plans, executes the designated project (s) in the laboratory.Typicallyresponsible for performing non-supervisoryduties, butusuallyparticipatesin the training and supervision of the laboratory work of students.

NATURE AND SCOPE:

Internal contacts includeinvestigatorsadministrators, faculty, staff and students both within the department/center and University-wide. External contacts include government agencies, scientific collaborators, vendors, visitors, and thegeneral public.

PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES:

Operate and maintain OrbitrapExploris480.Plan, develop, execute, and coordinate strategies in pursuit of designated research project(s), and other types of projects as may be needed. Implement approved center/department policies and procedures in the pursuit/support of research projects and grant applications.

Interact with peers to gain experience on ongoing project(s), report to PI concerning project execution, research operation and recommend operational changes, as needed.
Prepare research manuscripts for publication, contribute to grant preparation, and contribute to preparation of annual reports.

Ensure that research goals andobjectivesspecified for the assigned project(s) areaccomplishedin accordancewithinestablished priorities, time and funding limitations, or other specifications.

Develop and schedule project-specific research support plansin accordance withoverall workload, project needs, and resources.

Recommendadditionalequipment, software, and resources needed for project development. Prepare ad hoc reports on status of projects for the director.

Confer with andadvise staff, students and faculty toprovidetechnical advice, problem solvingassistance, and center/department policy information; answers to questionsrelativeto specific research projects.
Work with evaluation professional(s) to advise and implement evaluation methodologies to assess center/department effectiveness.

Perform other related duties as assigned.

CORECOMPETENCIES:

Perform specialized lab techniques, including (but not limited to) Mass Spectrometry, proteinisolationand purification.Expertisein proteomics data analysis is aplus.

Skill in the operation ofa mass spectrometer, preferablyThermoinstruments(i.e.anOribtrap), Windows-basedcomputersand related software applications (Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access).

Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.

Ability toestablishand maintain effective and harmonious work relations with faculty, staff,studentsand external entities.

Ability to plan,organizeand coordinate work with others.

Ability to multi-task efficiently.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

PhD Degree in relatedfield(Biological Sciences/Chemistry, Biochemistry) and 5 years of related work experience.

Compliance Salary Range Disclosure

$65,000-$75,000

About the Company

Howard University

Private research university in Washington, DC

Howard University is a private historically Black research university in Washington, DC, offering undergraduate, graduate, and professional programs through its schools and colleges.

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