Research Specialist- Bergmann Lab - Stanford on Teme, United Kingdom - Springer Nature

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**Research Specialist

Bergmann Lab**:
Employer
Howard Hughes Medical Institute (HHMI)
Location
Stanford, California
Salary $73, $119, Closing date 13 Apr 2024
Discipline

Life Science
Job Type
Postdoctoral
Employment - Hours
Full time
Duration
Permanent
Qualification
PhD
Sector
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About the role:
In this role, you will work collaboratively with Dr. Bergmann to develop, coordinate, and undertake research projects in plant genetics cell biology and developmental biology.

We are looking for someone who is highly motivated and independent wishes to contribute to furthering our understanding in new areas in gene regulation, cell size control, tissue coordination and environmental plasticity.

Prior research experience and interests will be taken into consideration when defining role in ongoing research and there is potential to define some future projects.

What we provide:

A fun, positive, and inclusive research environment.
1:1 mentorship while also working collaboratively as part of a team.
Opportunities for professional and educational development and growth
Opportunity to attend and present original work at scientific meetings.
Opportunity to contributing to exciting research projects with potential for authorship on research papers
Potential for formal and informal leadership training
Access to the vibrant SF Bay area research community including Stanford University, the Stanford School of Medicine, UCSF, UC Berkeley, CZI, UCSC and UC Davis
A competitive compensation package, with comprehensive health and welfare benefits.
An opportunity to live and work in the inclusive and cosmopolitan San Francisco Bay area, amidst the beauty of Northern California.

What you'll do:

Engage in cuttingedge research in molecular, cellular, or developmental plant biology.
Develop laboratory guidelines; maintain procedures manuals; and /or evaluate new materials and equipment.
Train incoming personnel in proper lab conduct. May train others in technical areas and complex processes.
Carry out and/or coordinate research projects. Set up and evaluate new laboratory techniques and capacity.
Plan for and provide working supervision to the work of Research Technicians, Graduate Students, or other laboratory personnel.
Establish a positive atmosphere towards growth of lab trainees.

What you bring:

A Master of Science degree, preferably PhD degree in life or physical sciences; or an equivalent combination of education and related work experience.
One year of experience as a Research Specialist I or equivalent (Five years of related work experience).
Technical proficiency, scientific creativity, collaborative ability as well as independent thought.
Indepth knowledge of multiple areas and of the underlying principles and concepts. Willingness to consult with colleagues within the institution to obtain specialized information.
Ability to develop innovative processes to achieve goals such as bringing new techniques or improving efficiency and throughput of current protocols.
Directs others to develop essential tasks. Reviews work activities to determine where new information could improve processes or move project forward.
Ability to write and prepare reports or manuscripts for presentation to large audiences.

Physical Requirements

Remaining in a normal seated or standing position for extended periods of time; reaching and grasping by extending hand(s) or arm(s); dexterity to manipulate objects with fingers, for example using a keyboard; communication skills using the spoken word; ability to see and hear within normal parameters; ability to move about workspace.

The position requires mobility, including the ability to move materials weighing up to several pounds (such as a laptop computer or tablet).

Work may involve possible exposure to malodorous vapors, low dose radiation, contamination by toxic chemicals and acids and presence of carcinogenic substances or other hazardous materials.

Persons with disabilities may be able to perform the essential duties of this position with reasonable accommodation. Requests for reasonable accommodation will be evaluated on an individual basis.

Please Note:

This job description sets forth the job's principal duties, responsibilities, and requirements; it should not be construed as an exhaustive statement, however.

Unless they begin with the word "may," the Essential Duties and Responsibilities described above are "essential functions" of the job, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act.