Research Associate - MBG John Lis Lab

Research Associate - MBG John Lis Lab

      

The College of Agriculture and Life Sciences at Cornell University embraces diversity and seeks candidates who will contribute to a climate that supports students, faculty, and staff of all identities and backgrounds. We strongly encourage individuals from underrepresented and/or marginalized identities to apply.


The College of Agriculture and Life Sciences (CALS) is a pioneer of purpose-driven science and home to Cornell University’s second largest population of students, faculty and staff. We work across disciplines to tackle the challenges of our time through world-renowned research, education and outreach. The questions we probe and the answers we seek focus on three overlapping concerns: natural and human systems; food, energy and environmental resources; and social, physical and economic well-being.  CALS is fundamentally invested in improving the lives of people, their environments and their communities both in New York state and around the world.


Position Function           

This position requires an experienced scientist with state-of-the-art skills in molecular biology and molecular genetics and genomics.  The scientist will use these tools to investigate transcription regulation in human cells.  The scientist will be expected to generate genome-wide data on transcription, protein-DNA interactions, and long-range genomic contacts between promoters and enhancer element that regulate transcription.  This position also requires that the scientist be capable of analyzing this data and providing initial drafts of manuscripts that describe and discuss results.


Anticipated Division of Time

  • 75% - Laboratory research and data analyses, working specifically on the goal of understanding the structure and functions of regulatory promoter and enhancer elements, especially those that are associated with Alzheimer’s disease.
  • 10% - Writing research papers and progress reports that come from this research.  Publishing results in peer-reviewed journals.
  • 5% - Giving a lecture or two and helping to teach in the courses where John Lis is the lead teacher, primarily, “The Nucleus” BIOMG6390.
  • 5% - Assist to develop new grant applications.
  • 5% - Professional Development

Requirements

Ph.D. in molecular biology, biochemistry, or genetics, and skills in genomics and computational biology are required. 


Supervision Exercised

None


To apply:

Please apply via Academic Jobs Online (https://academicjobsonline.org/ajo/jobs/25996)


Qualified candidates should submit a short cover letter, curriculum vitae, contact information for three references, and a statement of contribution to diversity, equity and inclusion via the website. 


Applications will be reviewed as received, continuing until a suitable applicant is identified.


CALS hiring range for this title is $65,000 - $74,000.

  

Pay Range:

$45,700.00 - $91,000.00

Pay Ranges:

The hiring rate of pay for the successful candidate will be determined considering the following criteria:

  • Prior relevant work or industry experience.
  • Education level to the extent education is relevant to the position.
  • Academic Discipline (faculty pay ranges reflects 9-month annual salary)
  • Unique applicable skills.

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Cornell University embraces diversity and seeks candidates who will contribute to a climate that supports students, faculty, and staff to all identities and backgrounds. We encourage individuals from underrepresented and/or marginalized identities to apply.

2023-10-02

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