Associate Scientist

Temple University's School of Medicine is searching for an Associate Scientist!

Salary Range: $60,000 - 70,000

A variety of important factors are reviewed by HR when considering salary, including job duties, the applicant's education and experience, all relevant internal equity considerations, department budget, and funding source.

Become a part of the Temple family and you will have access to the following:

Full medical, dental, vision coverage

Paid time off

9 Federally Observed Paid Holidays

3 Personal Days

Tuition remission - eligible employees and their dependents can obtain a degree TUITION FREE

A generous retirement plan and so much more!

Position Summary:

The Associate Scientist reports to Dr. Skorski. He/She will perform scientific experiments, have an in-depth technical and theoretical knowledge and expertise in molecular biology, leukemogenesis, DNA repair, and animal model study

Job Details:

* This is a grant funded position

Required Education and Experience:

* Ph.D. in biology with at least 3 years of relevant experience. An equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.

Required Skills and Abilities:

* Demonstrated ability to supervise students at the undergraduate level.

* Must be able to work with potentially hazardous specimens.

* Ability to keep accurate records of research performed to NIH standards.

* Ability to operate standard office equipment and software including MS office.

* Excellent written, oral and interpersonal communication skills.

* Ability to interact with a diverse population of students, faculty, and staff.

* Demonstrated organization skills with the ability to handle multiple tasks.

* Must prioritize well and focus on completion of tasks and objects while under stress of a demanding work schedule.

Essential Duties:

* Responsible for independently performing a wide range of research functions based on agreed protocols and objectives.

* The candidate will study the mechanism of DNA repair in leukemia and solid tumor cells in various tissue-specific microenvironments. The methods to be used include tissue culture, molecular and cell biology procedures, DNA repair, flow cytometry, and in vivo experiments in various mouse models.

* Perform literary research and participating in the development of research protocols.

* Performs other duties as assigned

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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 employment policies and regulations, including NCAA regulations for areas and departments which their essential functions cause them to interact.

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