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Vanderbilt University

Sr. Research Scientist - VTS

Vanderbilt University, Nashville, Tennessee, United States,


Job Responsibilities:

Lead an independent research project the topic of which will be decided upon between the Scientist and the PI based on interest, priority, and funding.

Support research operations by collaborating with other scientists by assisting with experimental design, execution, and data analysis. Research duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

Animal studies:

Evaluating compounds/technologies of interest in diverse mouse tumor models, including evaluation of efficacy, toxicity, and pharmacological properties.

Breeding and management of mouse colonies.

Work with collaborators to establish new animal models of disease and/or methodologies.

Cell and molecular biology (e.g., qRT-PCR, molecular cloning, western blots, fluorescent microscopy, immunohistochemistry, etc.)

Flow cytometry and immunophenotyping

Small animal imaging (e.g., IVIS)

Train other group members in animal procedures and cell and molecular biology techniques.

Support the PI in preparation of grant proposals (including generation of preliminary data), manuscripts, and lab protocols.

Establish and benchmark new protocols as needed (often with support of other group members).

Assist in preparing IACUC protocols and amendments.

Assist in routine lab operations, including maintaining instrumentation, compliance with animal use, compliance with biological and chemical safety protocols, and inventory and procurement of lab supplies and reagents.

About Vanderbilt University:At

Vanderbilt University , our work - regardless of title or role - is in service to an important and noble mission in which every member of our community serves in advancing knowledge and transforming lives on a daily basis. Located in Nashville, Tennessee, on a 330+ acre campus and arboretum dating back to 1873, Vanderbilt is proud to have been named as one of “America’s Best Large Employers” as well as a top employer in Tennessee and the Nashville metropolitan area by Forbes for several years running.

We welcome those who are interested in learning and growing professionally with an employer that strives to create, foster and sustain opportunities as an employer of choice through:

Working and growing together as a community of communities... we are

One Vanderbilt .

Providing a work environment where every staff and faculty member can be their

authentic and best self , while providing the resources and opportunities to learn and grow.

Encouraging development, collaboration, and partnership both internally and externally while fostering the value that

every member of the Vanderbilt community can lead and grow

regardless of title or position.

We understand you have a choice when choosing where to work and pursue a career. We understand you are unique and have a story. We want to hear it. We encourage you to apply today so that you might become a part of our story.

Commitment to Equity, Diversity, and InclusionAt Vanderbilt University, we are intentional about and assume accountability for fostering advancement and respect for equity, diversity, and inclusion for all students, faculty, and staff. Our commitment to diversity makes us who we are. We have created a community that celebrates differences and lets individuality thrive. As part of this commitment, we actively value diversity in our workplace and learning environments as we seek to take advantage of the rich backgrounds and abilities of everyone. The diverse voices of Vanderbilt represent an invaluable resource for the University in its efforts to fulfill its mission and strive to be an example of excellence in higher education.

Vanderbilt University is an equal-opportunity, 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, or status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Please note, all candidates selected for an offer of employment are subject to pre-employment background checks, which may include but are not limited to, based on the role for which they have been selected: criminal history, education verification, social media review, motor vehicle records, credit history, and professional license verification.

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