Basic Life Research Scientist (1 Year Fixed-Term)

               QUALIFICATIONS

•  KNOWLEDGE:  The successful applicant must have a PhD, MD, MD/PhD or equivalent with prior relevant training and coursework in nanotechnology, biomaterial, or biomedical engeneering. Experience in grant and paper writing is a necessary requirement. They will be in a leadership position in the lab, helping manage and coordinate research and experiments and helping on the different projects that are currently ongoing in the lab.  Experience in biofabrication and physico-chemical charactherization techniques of scaffold and nanoparticles – made of different biomaterial (i.e. synthetic and natural) - are necessary requirements.   Sterile tissue culture techniques, cell-based imaging and assays (immunohistochemistry, fluorescence microscopy, confocal microscopy, ELISA) and mesenchymal stem cell, pancreatic islets or 3D cell biology experience are also preferred.  He/she should be able to work independently in a dynamic, fast paced team environment and is expected to be organized and highly productive. Successful applicants will also have a track record of productive research, presentations and publication.

REQUIRED: 

• Excellent command of English 
• Comprehensive understanding of scientific principles.
• Expert level knowledge and skills in field of science related to research project
• General computer skills, experience with databases and scientific applications, and ability to quickly learn and master computer programs.
• Strong analytical skills and excellent judgment.
• Ability to maintain detailed records of experiments and outcomes.
• Ability to work under deadlines with general guidance is essential.
• Excellent organizational skills and demonstrated ability to accurately complete detailed work accurately.
• Developing project management skills. 

Stanford is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Stanford welcomes applications from all who would bring additional dimensions to the University’s research, teaching and clinical missions.

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