Position Title: Research Scientist, Physiology and Biophysics
Posting Number: R220305
Employer: Research Foundation
Salary Range: Competitive
FTE: 1.00
Position Summary:
The Department of Physiology and Biophysics has an exciting new opportunity for a Research Scientist position in the lab of Dr. Brian Weil. The position will entail using their medical experience to support in vivo and in vitro research in a pre-clinical laboratory utilizing small and large animal models of cardiovascular disease. They will display independent discretion and judgement within the predetermined research scope of the lab. The research scientist will be expected to analyze and present their work with up-to-date knowledge of field. Secondary responsibilities include assisting and advising postdoctoral researchers, medical students or other trainees conducting cardiovascular research in the laboratory. The candidate will have the ability to successfully relate experience and knowledge to new scientific questions.
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Minimum Qualifications:
Graduate degree in medicine or closely related field
Desire and ability to learn new skills and information quickly
Computer skills (e.g., Microsoft Office)
Strong analytical and written communication skills
Organized, self-motivated, and able to work independently
Preferred Qualifications:
Research experience in the handling and use of animals and histological techniques (e.g. immunohistochemistry) is highly preferred.
Medical/surgical experience and an interest in molecular biology methods would also be an advantage.
The University at Buffalo (UB) #ubuffalo is SUNY’s most comprehensive public research university, and an outstanding place to work. UB amplifies ambition for faculty and staff by offering endless possibilities to achieve more. Here, people from all backgrounds and cultures challenge and inspire each other to discover, learn and succeed. Dedicated staff and engaged faculty collaborate to further knowl¬edge and understanding, and develop tenacious graduates who are valued for their talents and their impact on global society.
UB is one of America’s leading public research universities and a flagship of the State University of New York system, recognized for our excellence and our impact. UB is a premier, research-intensive public university dedicated to academic excellence. Our research, creative activity and people positively impact the world. Like the city we call home, UB is distinguished by a culture of resilient optimism, resourceful thinking and pragmatic dreaming that enables us to reach others every day. Visit our website to learn more about the University at Buffalo.
University at Buffalo is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and, in keeping with our commitment, welcomes all to apply including veterans and individuals with disabilities.