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Harford Community College is seeking qualified adjunct faculty members to teach on-campus, online, and/or hybrid classes in subjects including: Astronomy Biology Chemistry Computer Science Earth Science Engineering Environmental Science Forensic Science Mathematics Physical Science / Physics

Harford Community College is seeking qualified adjunct faculty members to teach on-campus, online, and/or hybrid classes in subjects including: Accounting Additive Manufacturing Business Administration Business Management Career Computer Aided Drafting and Design (CADD) Computer Information Systems Cybersecurity Electronics Engineering Technology Office Systems

Job #: H032 Posted Date: March 16, 2020 Closes On: March 30, 2020 Job Title: Research Scientist - Molecular Neurobiology Laboratory, Dr. Sreekanth Chalasani Status: Regular Full Time Benefits Eligible: Yes Laboratory/Department: Molecular Neurobiology Laboratory Work in the lab is centered on understanding how neural circuits in the brain transform environmental stimuli into appropriate behavioral outputs. Position Description: This position may provide specific technical skills and/or are pursuing projects designed to strengthen research credentials. This role is intended to provide laboratory heads with flexibility in meeting changing research and technical needs. These duties may include, but are not limited to, performing basic theoretical and experimental scientific and technological investigation directed toward the acquisition of new knowledge, preparing comprehensive documented observations, analyses and interpretations of results, including technical reports, summaries, protocols and quantitative analyses. Education: Required: PhD or MD required and typically at least three years of related post PhD/MD research experience or equivalent. Experience: Required: Typically at least three years of related post PhD/MD research experience or equivalent. Expected to publish activities, findings and conclusions in recognized scientific publications and present same at appropriate scientific conferences and forums. They may also be expected to document research leading to patent disclosure or technical and/or scientific advancement. This position may provide specific technical skills and/or are pursuing projects designed to strengthen research credentials. This role is intended to provide laboratory heads with flexibility in meeting changing research and technical needs. These duties may include, but are not limited to, performing basic theoretical and experimental scientific and technological investigation directed toward the acquisition of new knowledge, preparing comprehensive documented observations, analyses and interpretations of results, including technical reports, summaries, protocols and quantitative analyses. Preferred: Preferred: Familiarity with sequencing technologies. Special Requirements: Must be willing to work in an animal-related research environment. Satisfactory completion of the Institute’s background investigation. Willing to work an adjusted schedule when research needs require it. Physical Requirements: This role requires constant adjusting focus, grasping, hearing, keying, seeing, sitting, talking, analyzing, calculating, communicating, reading, reasoning, writing, working in confined areas and working inside.  

  Job #: H038 Posted Date: March 17, 2020 Closes On: Open Until Filled Job Title: Research Assistant I - Molecular Neurobiology Laboratory, Dr. Nicola Allen Status: Regular Full Time Benefits Eligible: Yes Position Description: Position is responsible for assisting two projects investigating non-neuronal brain cells called astrocytes: development of astrocytes; how astrocytes affect the progression of neurodegenerative disorders. Duties include harvesting brain tissue, processing brain tissue for analysis, tissue sectioning, immunohistochemistry, confocal microscope imaging, molecular biology including cloning and analysis of RNA. Must be able to work independently after the initial training period. Education: Required: Bachelor’s degree in biological sciences or related field. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered. Preferred Bachelor's degree in biological sciences with a Neuroscience component. Experience: Required: 0-2 years of experience as a lab technician and/or equivalent related experience. Demonstrate experience in Immunohistochemical analysis of brain tissue. Demonstrate experience in Molecular biology including knowledge of cloning, Microscopy and Mouse handling. Demonstrated experience and application of molecular biology knowledge preferably in biochemistry and cell culture. Demonstrated experience with general lab maintenance, including cleaning, stocking supply inventory, and ensuring the maintenance of a sterile environment. Special Requirements: Must be willing to work in an animal-related research environment. Satisfactory completion of the Institute’s background investigation. Willing to work an adjusted schedule when research needs require it. Physical Requirements: This position requires constant grasping, hearing, seeing, talking and adjusting focus.  

  Job #: H048 Posted Date: March 25, 2020 Closes On: Open Until Filled Job Title: Animal Health Technician I Status: Regular Full Time Benefits Eligible: Yes Laboratory/Department: Animal Resources The ARD is dedicated to providing the highest quality of veterinary medical care, husbandry, enrichment and professional technical support to enable the scientists and their research. Position Description: This position is responsible for routine processing of clean and soiled cages and accessories, maintenance and general janitorial duties in animal facilities, equipment maintenance, basic QA testing, processing deliveries from vendors and performing basic rodent husbandry tasks based on standard operating procedures and training to ensure compliance with the Guide for the Care and Use of Laboratory Animals, the Animal Welfare Act and Regulations as well as all applicable federal, state, local and institutional laws, regulations, policies and guidelines. Education: Required: High school diploma or equivalent (AHT 1 LEVELS A/B/C) Preferred: AALAS certification at ALAT or higher level (AHT1 LEVEL C) A.A, B.A or B.S. degree. Experience: Required: AHT 1, LEVEL A: No experience necessary AHT 1, LEVELS B/C: Minimum 1 year of relevant work experience. Special Requirements: Must be able to work a flexible schedule that may include weekends and holidays. Must be able to work overtime based on workload and deadlines. Must be able to work assigned standard schedule: Monday – Friday, Sunday - Thursday, Tuesday - Saturday from 6:00 a.m.- 2:30 p.m./6:30 a.m. - 3:00 p.m./7:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m./ 8:00 a.m.- 4:30 p.m. Management reserves the right to change or modify assigned schedules based on operational needs. Post offer physical required which may include respirator fit test. Possible rotating schedule. OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH & SAFETY PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS As a safeguard for employees and animals, all ARD employees may be subject to vaccines/tests/physical exams prior to working with specific animals or animal populations as required by research needs including but not limited to: TB Testing/Clearance (once a year) Tetanus/ Diphtheria (vaccination < 10 years proof of immunization and/or vaccination) Measles (proof of immunization and/or vaccination) Periodic physical exams (may include respirator fit test) Other vaccines/tests as required by Occupational Health & Safety standards Physical Requirements: This position requires constant standing, seeing, adjusting focus, grasping, hearing, handling, lifting 0-20 pounds, communicating, being exposed to noise, potential allergens, fumes/odors/mites/ dust and working inside.  

  Job #: H036 Posted Date: March 13, 2020 Closes On: Open Until Filled Job Title: Salk Fellows Status: Regular Full Time Benefits Eligible: Yes Position Description: The Salk Fellows Program is a path for exceptionally talented early-stage career scientists to embark on fully independent research programs as an alternative to traditional postdoctoral studies. Recent PhD or MD graduates with demonstrated excellence in research and leadership ability are appointed as Principal Investigators for an initial term of three years with the possibility for an extension of one to two additional years for a maximum of five years. Salk Fellow appointees are eligible for consideration for promotion to Assistant Professor. Salk Fellows are selected from a variety of disciplines, from biology, physics and mathematics to engineering, statistics and computer science, who have expertise in a wide range of novel technologies. Prospective Fellows’ proposed research should not be simply an extension of their graduate work but should build on their previous expertise in unique and interesting ways. The work should be exciting, combining originality and risk, two factors that often lower the chances of obtaining support through traditional channels but can lead to truly groundbreaking discoveries. Candidates must complete an application online Salk Faculty and Fellows Online Application and include a current curriculum vitae, research statement, and three recommendation letters from scientists who are distinguished leaders in their fields, including one from their research advisor. Selected referees should be able to comment in depth on candidates’ accomplishments and potential and describe the impact of their proposed research programs on their fields. Research advisors should explain how candidates’ research is distinct from previous work conducted in their labs. Referees should also address candidates’ readiness to start and operate an independent lab and their potential to benefit from an accelerated path to an independent research career. For further information, please email fellow@salk.edu The Salk Institute for Biological Studies is committed to providing equal access to opportunities for students, employees, applicants for employment and other persons. Our policies prohibit harassment or unlawful discrimination against individuals on the basis of sex, gender, marital or parental status, pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, medical conditions/disabilities related to pregnancy, childbirth or breastfeeding, gender identity, gender expression, or sexual orientation, age, ancestry, color, religion (including religious dress and grooming practices), family and/or medical care leave status, disability (mental or physical), registered domestic partner status, legally protected medical condition, genetic information, military or veteran status (disabled veteran, veteran of the Vietnam era, other covered veteran status), national origin (including language use restrictions and possession of a driver’s license), race, religion or any other classification protected by local, state or federal laws. Reasonable accommodation is available for qualified individuals with disabilities and for individuals’ religious beliefs and/or practices.  

  Visiting Assistant Professor, Biology The Department of Biology in the College of Natural and Health Sciences at The University of Tampa invites applications for a full-time, one-year Visiting Assistant Professor position beginning in August 2020. This sabbatical replacement position is for one-year and is non-renewable. The University of Tampa is a medium-sized, comprehensive, residentially based private institution of 9,200 undergraduate and graduate students. The University is ideally situated on a beautiful 110-acre campus next to the Hillsborough River, adjacent to Tampa's dynamic central business district, which is a growing, vibrant, diverse metropolitan area. UT reflects this vibrancy; with 22 consecutive years of enrollment growth UT boasts 260 student organizations, a multicultural student body from 50 states and 140 countries and “Top Tier” ranking in  U.S. News & World Report. This position will have primary teaching responsibilities in Introductory Biology for science majors (General Biology I and/or II), and non-science major courses. The ability to teach an upper division lecture and laboratory in General Physiology during Spring 2020 would be preferred. Opportunities for collaborative research involving undergraduates and current members of the faculty are possible using research space and equipment that may be made available by on-campus collaborators. Each candidate will be expected to teach 27 contact hours over the Fall and Spring semesters.  

  The Institute for Neurodegenerative Diseases (IND) at the University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) is seeking a molecular/cell biologist to design, develop and validate novel tools for the study of neurodegenerative diseases. The director of the IND is Nobel Laureate Dr. Stanley Prusiner.  The successful candidate will have a strong track record in neuroscience research and/or neuropharmacology and will join a multi-disciplinary team of scientists dedicated to finding a treatment for neurodegenerative diseases by discovering small molecule drugs that prevent the propagation and spread of misfolded proteins in cells, animal models, and eventually, human patients. The team is engaged in fundamental research to understand the process of protein misfolding as well as translational research to apply this knowledge toward drug discovery assays. The candidate should have strong practical experience in protein expression and cell culture. He or she should have excellent management and communication skills and work well in a team environment.

  South Dakota State University’s Department of Natural Resource Management (NRM) is offering an exciting career opportunity for an Assistant/Associate Professor - Fisheries Science. This is a 9-month, full-time, benefits-eligible, tenure-track position with research, teaching, advising, and service responsibilities with a preferred start date of August 2020. This appointment is 55% research and 45% teaching, along with acknowledgement of a service component. The candidate will be expected to be active in both our undergraduate and graduate training programs, conduct research in their area of expertise and be able to contribute to an applied research program but also obtain competitive funding to address basic ecological questions. Candidates should have a strong quantitative research background in fisheries science with an emphasis on the management and ecology of freshwater fish populations in streams, rivers, and(or) natural lakes

Job no: 499407 Work type: Full-time Location: North Lake Work Schedule: Monday-Friday 8:00-5:00 (Some nights and weekends) Job Title Code FFF Salary Range (Full-Time) $50,000 annually FLSA Exempt Position Type Faculty Position Summary Teaches students effectively in assigned classes and maintains office hours for student consultation in accordance with procedures outlined in the Dallas County Community College Board Policy Manual and/or agreed upon with immediate supervisor. Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Demonstrated skills in successfully working with diverse populations through experiences such as formal training and past work experiences. The ability to provide quality customer service. Physical Requirements May be required to lift and move materials and equipment weighing up to 50 pounds. Minimum Knowledge and Experience Master’s degree or higher in the teaching discipline or Master’s degree or higher with a concentration in the teaching discipline (a minimum of 18 graduate semester hours in the teaching discipline). One year of demonstrated teaching experience required. Official transcripts will be required. ***Will be subject to a criminal background check.  Some positions may be subject to a fingerprint check.*** Essential Duties and Responsibilities Provides students with a written course syllabus that should include items specified by the college and/or Dallas County Community College System. Participates in the evaluation of the instructional process and uses innovative strategies to continually improve learning. Participates in development and support of their discipline by recommending books and materials, revising curricula, and recommending teaching assignments when appropriate. Maintains accurate and complete course records as required by law and the Board of Trustees Policies and Procedures Manual. Performs professional activities and assumes professional responsibilities as agreed upon with the division dean, and works with colleagues to achieve shared goals and visions. Values the collaborative process. Uses knowledge of diverse communities and learning styles and has the ability to incorporate diversity of delivery of such learning styles in instruction. Participates in student advising and registration. Utilizes technology to facilitate learning and to access data, maintain records, generate reports, and communicate with others. Institutional Service Responsibilities (College and Dallas County Community College System): Meets professional assignments in accordance with the System’s calendar and contractual obligations. Complies with DALLAS COUNTY COMMUNITY COLLEGE SYSTEM board policy, state and federal policy, and the student code of conduct as appropriate. Commits to college mission and goals through participating in planning division objectives and budget requests. Serves on and attends college and/or system committees as assigned. Participates in campus commencement exercise(s) as required by Board Policy and attends other required college meetings and activities. Participates in his/her own performance appraisal. Demonstrates ability to work effectively with persons from diverse backgrounds. Student Services Responsibilities: May work with student clubs and/or organizations. Community: Consistent with other DCCC job descriptions demonstrates verbal and written communication skills to support and enhance effective interaction between Dallas County Community College System and other organizations, businesses and community groups as well as faculty, staff and students from diverse backgrounds. Promotes the college in the community by participating in a variety of marketing activities. Professional Growth Responsibilities: Participates in professional development activities. Advertised: 09 Mar 2020 Central Daylight Time Applications close: 6 Apr 2020 11:55 PM Central Daylight Time

  Job #: H017 Posted Date: March 5, 2020 Closes On: Open Until Filled Job Title: Veterinary Technician I Status: Regular Full Time Benefits Eligible: Yes Laboratory/Department: Animal Resources The ARD is dedicated to providing the highest quality of veterinary medical care, husbandry, enrichment and professional technical support to enable the scientists and their research. Position Description: The position is expected to: Laboratory Animal Care: Support the Veterinary Team with the provision of routine health care for a variety of laboratory animal species; Provide technical study support for all animals and animal research at the Institute; Perform or support routine health surveillance diagnostic testing; Laboratory Animal Training: Provide laboratory animal training and technical expertise to ARD and the Salk Institute Community to meet departmental/institutional goals and the needs of research/support staff; Write training and veterinary technical related standard operating procedures (SOP)/guidelines; Provide hands-on training and support to users of ARD databases and electronic systems. Education: Required: Graduation from AVMA or State of California approved animal health technician program and eligible to sit for VTNE Preferred: AALAS certification ALAT or higher. RVT (or CVT/LVT). Experience: Required: Minimum 2 years of experience in a laboratory animal facility or research facility with lab animal species or equivalent (i.e. 2 years of clinical experience and/or RVT training through schooling) Preferred: 3 or more years of experience in experience in a laboratory animal facility or research facility with specific pathogen free (SPF) rodents, rabbits, non-human primates and other lab animal species. 3 or more year of clinical veterinary experience. Proficient with anesthesia (pre-per-post operative). Extensive hands-on experience with animal husbandry, handling and restraint, blood sampling, injections, administering medications. Special Requirements: Must be willing to work in an animal-related research environment. Successful completion of the Institute’s background investigation. Able to work a flexible schedule based on workload and deadlines. Must be able to work assigned schedule of 6:30 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. with any of these shifts; Monday – Friday/ Sunday-Thursday/ Tuesday-Saturday. Must be able to work overtime as needed before or after regular shift or on weekends. Post offer physical required which may include respirator fit test. Emergency on-call duties may be required. Willing to sign an employee confidentiality agreement. OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH & SAFETY PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS As a safeguard for employees and animals, all ARD employees may be subject to vaccines/tests/physical exams prior to working with specific animals or animal populations as required by research needs including but not limited to: TB Testing/Clearance (every 12 months / once a year) Hepatitis B (proof of immunization and/or vaccination) Tetanus (vaccination < 10 years) Diphtheria (proof of immunization and/or vaccination) Measles (proof of immunization and/or vaccination) Periodic physical exams (may include respirator fit test) Other vaccines/tests as required by Occupational Health & Safety standards Physical Requirements: This position requires constant grasping, handling, hearing, keying, seeing, sitting, talking, touching/feeling, walking, communicating, reading, writing, exposure to animals, fumes/odors/mists/dusts, potential allergens and working inside.  

Adjunct Instructor - Various Disciplines Tarrant County College District Job Title: Adjunct Instructor - Various Disciplines Posting Number: P002423 Position Type: Adjunct Position Status: Part Time Grant Funded: No Category: Adjunct Faculty Class Code: 28 Pay Rate: Commensurate with education. Department: DT Assoc VC Academic Affairs Job Summary To assist students in their learning process by utilizing all appropriate College resources, materials, facilities, and educational technologies available to complement the teaching and learning process. This posting will be utilized to hire instructors for face-to-face opportunities at our campuses and for our Dual Credit program in the following disciplines: Accounting, Anthropology, Architecture, Art, Astronomy, Biology, Chemistry, Communications, Computer Science, Dance, Drama, Economics, English, Geography, Geology, Government, History, Humanities, Journalism, Kinesiology, Mathematics, Philosophy, Physics, Psychology, Sociology and Speech. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Accepts and teaches classes based on varied schedules (morning, afternoon, evening and weekends) to accommodate diverse student needs and external stakeholders' expectations of the College as assigned by designated supervisor Demonstrates a sensitivity toward and respect for the myriad of diversities represented in the student population, colleagues and service area Aids in the development of curricula, including individual course syllabi as assigned Prepares and delivers instruction to students Actively pursues and participates in professional development activities to enhance skills in various modes of instruction and knowledge of learning Works with colleagues to select appropriate textbooks for departmental adoptions, and abides by departmental decisions for textbooks Prepares assignments May compile bibliographies of specialized materials for outside reading assignments Designs and maintains an active classroom environment conducive to student learning and success Maintains student attendance records Evaluates student performance and learning Provides regular and timely evaluation feedback to students Assigns grades consistent with course requirements Assists in District commitment to assessing student learning outcomes and program learning outcomes and to achieving institutional performance measures Participates in TCC's institutional effectiveness program including the preparation and assessment of student learning outcomes Accepts and participates in the necessary training to offer courses via varied delivery methods such as distance learning Accepts assignments as necessary at other sites such as for dual credit courses Accepts and participates in the service mission of the college May conduct research in particular field of knowledge and publish findings in professional journals Performs related duties such as advising students on academic and vocational curricula, and acting as adviser to student organizations Serves on campus and District committees Performs basic student enrollment and recruitment functions, such as community outreach, support of student registration and student retention activities Attends the workplace regularly, reports to work punctually and follows a work schedule to keep up with the demands of the worksite Completes all required training and professional development sessions Supports the values of the College: diversity, teaching excellence, student success, innovation and creativity and service to the College Supports the mission, values and 3 goals and 8 principles of the College The duties listed are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.

Job #: H006 Posted Date: March 3, 2020 Closes On: Open Until Filled Job Title: Lead Tech, Cage Wash Operations Status: Regular Full Time Benefits Eligible: Yes Laboratory/Department: Animal Resources The ARD is dedicated to providing the highest quality of veterinary medical care, husbandry, enrichment and professional technical support to enable the scientists and their research. Position Description: Position is responsible for mentoring and providing technical guidance to support daily animal facility operations. This includes but is not limited to daily standard operating procedures, high pressure steam and high temperature water systems, physical plant issues, soiled and clean cage operations, receiving/checking in animal deliveries, reverse osmosis water treatment systems, inter/intra-facility animal transfers and team and departmental meetings. Position ensures that all animals are housed and cared for humanely in accordance with the NRC Guide for the Care and Use of Laboratory Animals, AAALAC, NIH, USDA,OLAW standards and Institutional policies and guidelines. Provides hands-on support of Soiled/Clean Operations as needed. Supports materials ordering/receiving/inventory process including inventories of feed and bedding and related activities including stock rotation, stockroom coordination, PPE. Assesses steam water systems, and daily operation of large equipment including the rack washer, tunnel washer, autoclave, bedding dispenser and vacuum system. Works on individual ventilated cage rack cycling program which may include sanitizing, sterilizing, and flushing chlorine water lines. Supports quality assurance program. Assists with operations staff training. Assists in the development of SOPs. Performs additional projects as required. Education: Required: H.S. Diploma AALAS certification LAT Preferred: B.S. degree in life sciences or extensive advanced post secondary courses in related biology, life sciences or laboratory animal science. AALAS certification LATG. Experience: Required: Minimum of five years of extensive animal care experience in a lab animal facility with two years at the senior tech level which includes experience in handling multi species, general sanitation practices, and use of equipment such as automatic cage washer and autoclave. Special Requirements: Able to occasionally work a flexible schedule based on workload and deadlines. Must be able to work assigned standard schedule: Mon. – Fri., 6:00 a.m.- 2:30 p.m. /6:30 a.m. - 3:00 p.m./8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Must be able to work overtime as needed before or after regular shift or on weekends. Must be able to work in a controlled environment wearing personal protective attire. Rotating weekend duties required. Must be willing to sign a confidentiality agreement. OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH & SAFETY PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS As a safeguard for employees and animals, all ARD employees may be subject to vaccines/tests/physical exams prior to working with specific animals or animal populations as required by research needs including but not limited to: TB Testing/Clearance (every six months / twice a year) Hepatitis B (proof of immunization and/or vaccination) Rabies (proof of immunization and/or vaccination) Tetanus (vaccination Diphtheria (proof of immunization and/or vaccination) Measles (proof of immunization and/or vaccination) Periodic physical exams (may include respirator fit test) Other vaccines/tests as required by Occupational Health & Safety standards Physical Requirements: This position requires constant standing, walking, hearing and exposure to noise.

Job #: G994 Posted Date: February 26, 2020 Closes On: Open Until Filled Job Title: Senior Grants Administrator Status: Regular Full Time Benefits Eligible: Yes Laboratory/Department: Research Development Research Development provides pre-application services to faculty and staff seeking outside sources of funding for their research. The department helps investigators identify appropriate avenues for research support, with primary focus on developing and coordinating multi-investigator research programs. Position Description: Responsible for the preparation, submission, and management of a portfolio of grant, contract, and fellowship applications and awards from external funding sources, including Federal, State, voluntary health agencies and foundations. Assists faculty and staff with assessing grant application objectives and planning. Provides guidance and assistance to faculty and staff with proposal preparation, submission, and reporting. Provides support as needed to ensure that the faculty and research units maximize opportunities to secure external grant, contract, and fellowship funding. Prepares, submits and manages external grant, contract and fellowship applications and awards. Supports day-to-day operations, processes, practices and challenges associated with sponsored research administration, from the development and processing of proposals to reporting and closeout. Performs varying levels of pre-award duties related to selected external funding agency proposals. Independently reviews proposals to ensure the proper commitment of Institute resources and compliance with Institute and sponsoring agency requirements. Independently provides secondary review of applications. Independently identifies problems, troubleshoots and resolves variances, formulates solutions and/or makes recommendations in accordance with Institute, departmental, and agency requirements. Education: Required: Bachelor’s degree in business or related field or equivalent years of experience. Preferred: Certified Research Administrator certification Experience: Required: Minimum five years non-profit grants management experience in proposal development, grant financial management or grant-related process improvement, or equivalent combination of post bachelor’s education and experience. Knowledge and experience with grant and contract policies, program reviewer guidelines, and extramural funding requirements. Proven ability to analyze and interpret which policies and procedures apply to a given situation; proven ability to perform internal review of procedures to ensure compliance with the Office of Management and Budget's (OMB) Uniform Administrative Requirements, Cost Principles, and Audit Requirements for Federal Awards 2 CFR 200 (commonly called "Uniform Guidance"). In-depth knowledge and current demonstrated experience in grant and contract proposal formats, preparation, submission and administration, as well as federal, state and private granting agency regulations. Experience in projecting salary, benefit and indirect costs with knowledge of payroll and personnel regulations including impact of salaries, merit increases, range adjustments and benefit costs. Experience in planning, researching, prospect searching, analyzing, implementing, and evaluating programs, and preparing grant and contract proposals, with the ability to develop reports and oral presentations. Excellent writing and analytical skills along with editing experience for various styles and lengths and for various audiences on an unusually broad range of subjects under tight deadlines (highly proficient in proofreading, editing, content style, flow and tone of written materials, proper grammar, spelling, punctuation, sentence construction, and formatting). Excellent organizational skills; demonstrated ability to work on projects with competing deadlines and to establish goals and workload priorities to meet established and variable deadlines; flexibility in dealing with a variety of people and competing demands. Demonstrate skill in classifying, categorizing, and updating information on a systematic basis. Ability to set up and accurately maintain files for rapid and accurate access to information. Ability to enter, edit, retrieve information, recognize errors, and initiate corrections while using standard software applications, such as Word, Excel, Adobe, PowerPoint, FileMaker Pro, and e-mail programs. Experience with grants.gov, NSF FastLane, CDMRP eReceipt System, proposalCENTRAL, and/or other on-line proposal submission systems. Knowledge of national and international trends in research. Preferred: Experience with sub-awards and contracts Experience with Cayuse SP and 424 Minimum seven years non-profit grants management experience in proposal development, grant financial management or grant-related process improvement, or equivalent combination of post bachelor’s education and experience Minimum four years supervisory or relevant leadership experience Special Requirements: Must be willing to work in an animal-related research environment. Satisfactory completion of the Institute’s background investigation. Must be willing to sign confidentiality agreement. Work schedule may vary based on workload and grant submission deadlines; standard schedule is Monday - Friday, 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p. m. Must be willing to periodically work additional hours, including evenings and weekends as needed. Physical Requirements: This position requires constant adjusting focus, hearing, keying, seeing, sitting, talking, analyzing, communicating, reading, reasoning, writing and working inside.

Job #: G997 Posted Date: February 26, 2020 Closes On: Open Until Filled Job Title: Research Assistant I - Integrative Biology Laboratory, Dr. Edward Stites Status: Regular Full Time Benefits Eligible: Yes Position Description: The Research Assistant I will perform molecular biology protocols, experimental cell biology protocols, and assist with lab duties. The lab focuses upon studying cellular signaling networks important to cancer and human disease. Education: Required: Bachelor's degree in biological sciences. Experience: Required: Experience with cell culture, transfection, western blotting, plasmid preparation and purification within a research laboratory setting. Special Requirements: Must be willing to work an adjusted schedule when necessary to support research needs. Must be willing to work in an animal-related research environment. Must be willing to sign a confidentiality agreement. Successful completion of the Institute’s background investigation. Physical Requirements: This position requires constant touching/feeling, handling, calculating, reasoning, analyzing and working inside.

  Job #: H003 Posted Date: February 26, 2020 Closes On: Open Until Filled Job Title: Research Assistant III/IV - Molecular Neurobiology Laboratory, Dr. Kenta Asahina Status: Regular Full Time Benefits Eligible: Yes Laboratory/Department: Molecular Neurobiology Laboratory Position Description: This position is a part of a growing research team focused on understanding the genetic and neural control of animal behavior. Under the general supervision of the Principal Investigator (PI), incumbent executes experiments and analysis of data outlined by the PI. The main duty is single-cell transcriptome analysis of neurons in the brains of the common fruit fly, Drosophila melanogaster. Experience in next-generation sequencing, including sample preparation, library synthesis, and bioinformatics analysis, are essential. The incumbent will also assume essential laboratory management responsibility, which will require communication with various personnel in and outside of the laboratory for the smooth operation of laboratory research. Education: Required: Bachelor's degree in biological sciences or related field. Experience: Required: 4 years minimum of experience conducting a project independently or with limited supervision, as a laboratory research assistant or equivalent position. Demonstrated experience in performing next-generation sequencing reactions in Illumina or PacBio platform. This includes RNA extractions from biological samples, cDNA library constructions, sample loading, confirmation of sequencing data, and quality controls at each step. Demonstrated application of molecular biology knowledge in nucleic acid (RNA and DNA) extraction from biological samples and DNA sequencing for independent troubleshooting. Demonstrated experience either in operating FACS, or in performing bioinformatics analysis on next-generation sequencing data. Demonstrated experience in laboratory management, including restocking, ordering, and maintenance of common laboratory equipment such as centrifuge, PCR machines, and pH meter. Preferred: Demonstrated experience in handling Drosophila melanogaster. Demonstrated genetic knowledge on genetics, especially of Drosophila melanogaster. Demonstrated experience in bioinformatics analysis on deep sequencing data. Special Requirements: Must be willing to work in an animal-related research environment. Must be willing to work an adjusted schedule to support research needs. Satisfactory completion of the Institute’s background investigation. Must be willing to sign a confidentiality agreement. Physical Requirements: This position requires constant grasping, hearing, seeing, sitting, talking, analyzing, calculating, communicating, reading, reasoning, writing and working inside.  

  Job #: H004 Posted Date: March 3, 2020 Closes On: Open Until Filled Job Title: Colony Management Technician Status: Regular Full Time Benefits Eligible: Yes Laboratory/Department: Animal Resources The ARD is dedicated to providing the highest quality of veterinary medical care, husbandry, enrichment and professional technical support to enable the scientists and their research. Position Description: The position provides skilled animal care to the colony management area of the Animal Resources Department in support of research activities. The incumbent is expected to assist researchers with rodent breeding, checking plugs and determining pregnancy, separating mice, consolidating and culling colonies, performing weaning and record keeping. This position also includes performing animal identification and collecting biological specimens for genotyping. Education: Required: High school diploma or equivalent, or Associate's degree in a related field with requisite experience for respective education level. AALAS certification as a Lab Animal Technician (LAT). Preferred: Associate's or Bachelor's degree in a related field. Experience: Required: With a high school diploma, minimum 2 years of experience in a laboratory animal facility or research facility with rodents. Preferred: Prior tissue sampling experience. Prior colony management experience. Special Requirements: Must be able to work a flexible schedule that may include weekends and holidays. Must be able to work assigned schedules: Monday – Friday, Sunday - Thursday or Tuesday – Saturday. Management reserves the right to change or modify assigned schedules based on operational needs. Must be able to work overtime as needed before or after regular shift or on weekends. Post offer physical required which may include respirator fit test. Must be willing to sign a confidentiality agreement. OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH & SAFETY PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS As a safeguard for employees and animals, all ARD employees may be subject to vaccines/tests/physical exams prior to working with specific animals or animal populations as required by research needs including but not limited to: TB Testing/Clearance (every six months / twice a year) Hepatitis B (proof of immunization and/or vaccination) Rabies (proof of immunization and/or vaccination) Tetanus (vaccination < 10 years) Diphtheria (proof of immunization and/or vaccination) Measles (proof of immunization and/or vaccination) Periodic physical exams (may include respirator fit test) Other vaccines/tests as required by Occupational Health & Safety standards Physical Requirements: This position requires constant seeing, adjusting focus, hearing, lifting 0-20 pounds, communicating and working inside.  

  The Department of Human Genetics in the University of Pittsburgh Graduate School of Public Health seeks an individual at the level of Assistant, Associate, or Professor outside of the tenure stream. This full-time position will direct the MS program in Genetic Counseling. Depending on her/his qualifications, this individual may be hired as Program Director or as an Assistant/Associate Program Director with the opportunity to quickly transition to the Program Director position.

  The Department of Human Genetics in the University of Pittsburgh Graduate School of Public Health seeks an individual at the level of Assistant or Associate Professor outside of the tenure stream. This full-time position will contribute to the educational mission of the department by teaching and mentoring students in the Genome Bioinformatics masters program and other programs. The department offers the MS in Genetic Counseling, MPH in Public Health Genetics, MS in Genome Bioinformatics, and MS and PhD in Human Genetics. Candidates may focus primarily on the educational mission of the department or may have substantial interest in both teaching and research.

  The UPMC Hillman Cancer Center Biostatistics Facility and the Department of Human Genetics in the Graduate School of Public Health at the University of Pittsburgh seek applicants with degrees in Human Genetics, Computational Biology, Bioinformatics, Biostatistics or a related field for a full-time assistant or associate professor (non-tenure stream) appointment. The hired individual will join a highly collaborative environment and will provide bioinformatics and computational biology support to pre-clinical, clinical and translational researchers engaged in genomics, data analytics, transcriptomics, microbiomics and related areas. Hillman is strongly supported by UPMC and the University of Pittsburgh, which ranks among the top five universities in the country in terms of NIH-funded research Located in the City of Pittsburgh’s Shadyside neighborhood, Hillman is a National Cancer Institute (NCI)-designated matrix comprehensive cancer center focused on state-of-the-art cancer research, training the next generation of cancer researchers and engaging in outreach to the community. Hillman has over 300 members, seven scientific programs, fifteen supported shared resources, and an FY18 institutional funding base of nearly $157 million. During its 2015 NIH review, the Hillman Biostatistics Facility earned the highest possible score, “Exceptional.” The Department of Human Genetics has thriving MS and PhD programs including an MS program in genome bioinformatics. The department’s research spans the full spectrum of human genetics research, with particular emphasis on statistical and bioinformatic approaches to dissecting complex disease. Responsibilities will include working with ‘omics pipelines, annotation tools, and data, including DNA sequence, RNAseq, methylation data, microbiome data, etc. The successful candidate will use or develop methods to prepare and analyze data from observational studies and clinical trials, train scientists in the use of analysis methods, and present results to scientific collaborators. He or she will supervise trainees and Master-level analysts in all of these areas. He or she will also make contributions to the teaching, mentoring, and service missions of the Department of Human Genetics.