Researcher/Scientist III

Researcher/Scientist III Posting Number req22874 Department Chemistry & Biochemistry - Sci Department Website Link Location Main Campus Address Tucson, AZ USA Position Highlights

We seek a scientist with expertise in cell biology and biochemistry to undertake research on mechanism in cancer progression.

This is a 9 month Extended Temporary Employment (ETE) position. .

Outstanding UA benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance plans; life insurance and disability programs; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; UA/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; retirement plans; access to UA recreation and cultural activities; and more!

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Duties & Responsibilities

• Design and conduct experiments involving the role of nitric oxide synthase in triple negative breast cancer model cell system 4T1. Experiments will include measuring DNA and RNA methylation status (Colormetric ELISA), changes in metabolic state (Seahorse), and analysis of NOS2 expression (ELISA, qPCR).
• Evaluate tumors generated with 4T1 cells. Experiments will include evaluating changes in tumor transcriptome (RNAseq), metastasis (H&E staining of lung), changes in tumor immune profile (Flow cytometry), and analysis of NOS2 expression levels in tumors (IHC).
• Undertake lab manager duties including ordering supplies, overseeing lab equipment, and monitoring lab safety.
• Conduct biochemical studies on demethylase enzymes including expression and purification of key enzymes and examining reaction kinetics (MS, spectroscopy).
• Assist with writing grants and publications

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelors degree and 5 years experience preferably in Biochemistry or related discipline.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's in Biochemistry or similar area with ten years relevant experience in cell biology and biochemistry.
• Technical skills in Cell culture; Immunohistochemistry; Biochemical and Molecular Assays; qPCR, PCR, Cloning; RNA and DNA extraction and purification from cell, blood, tissue, swab; cDNA synthesis; ELISA; Protein expression and purification; Western Blot; Meta data analysis; and Mass-spec data analysis.

FLSA Exempt Full Time/Part Time Full Time Number of Hours Worked per Week 40 Job FTE 1.0 Work Calendar Fiscal Job Category Research Benefits Eligible Yes - Full Benefits Rate of Pay $59,404 - $74,254 Compensation Type salary at 1.0 full-time equivalency (FTE) Grade 8 Compensation Guidance The Rate of Pay Field represents the University of Arizonas good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. The University considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidates work experience, education/training, key skills, and internal equity.

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