Momen-Heravi Lab – Junior/Assistant/Associate Specialist Full-time

Momen-Heravi Lab – Junior/Assistant/Associate Specialist

The Department of Orofacial Sciences in the School of Dentistry is recruiting for a Junior/Assistant/Associate Specialist. The position responsibilities include:

• Provide technical support to the research group of post-docs and scientists
• Tumor and tissue processing and analysis
• Monitor the lab facilities and equipment
• Inventory management
• Overall lab maintenance, safety, and compliance
• Support day-to-day lab operation

Required Qualifications:

• Baccalaureate degree (or equivalent degree) or at least four years of research experience to be appointed at the Junior rank.
• Master's degree (or equivalent degree) or a baccalaureate degree (or equivalent degree) with three or more years of research experience to be appointed at the Assistant rank.
• Master's degree (or equivalent degree) or five to ten years of experience in the relevant specialization to be appointed at the Associate rank.
• Demonstrating outstanding personal initiative and originality of thought
• Excellent time management and organizational skills
• Ability to work independently in a multidisciplinary, fast-paced, results-oriented environment
• Excellent teamwork
• Ability to convey their ideas and thoughts in an organized cohesive manner
• Ability to meet deadlines and multitask efficiently is a must
• Expertise in one or more of the following areas: Molecular Biology, Immunology, Cancer Biology, Cell Biology, Chemistry, Genetics, Bioinformatics/Computer Science or related fields.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with small extracellular vesicle (sEV)-based gene research
• Experience identifying biomarkers in oral and craniofacial malignancies
• Experience with data analysis of single-cell RNA seq and spatial transcriptomics
• Experience with mouse models of oral inflammatory diseases including ligature models for periodontitis
• Willingness to learn more advanced lab techniques
• Willingness to interact with patients and physicians for sample collection and processing

See Table 24B for the salary range for this position. A reasonable estimate for this position is $55,000-$88,000.

Please apply online with a cover letter, CV, and contact information for two references. Applicant materials must list current and/or pending qualifications upon submission. The selected candidate must meet all of the qualifications at the time of appointment.