Job description
Stanford University is seeking a Physical Science Research Professional 1 to apply knowledge and understanding of a scientific discipline or related technology in laboratories engaged in research in the physical sciences. Typically apply specific scientific or technical knowledge to research projects, guided by broad policies and professional knowledge.
Stanford University is one of the world’s most renowned universities. Sitting in the heart of the San Francisco Bay Area among the valley’s most progressive companies.
You will be working with an unparalleled leading-edge community of faculty and staff that are fundamentally changing the world of health care. You will have the opportunity to influence and drive change with your innovative ideas, the ability to make a difference and participate in human advancements. Our culture is fast-paced, energetic, and growing all of the time.
We offer a variety of benefits beyond traditional medical, dental, retirement, and savings options:
- Events and program for children, sports camps, tuition options
- World-class intellectual stimulation through learning and development classes, workshops, and onsite conferences from leading-edge speakers and faculty
- Work/life and family-friendly policies and reimbursement
- Participation in Stanford’s social responsibility and sustainable programs for a better world
- A vibrant university culture that values the uniqueness of each individual
We are seeking candidates who are progressive thinkers, see challenges as simply problems to solve, and have the spirit and energy to change the world.
About the Department of Pathology
Comprised of extraordinary faculty and staff, our mission is to improve the ability to diagnose, treat and understand the origin and manifestation of human disease, and to care for those who have or are at risk to develop disease. We accomplish this through our clinical services (in all fields of anatomic and clinical pathology, including molecular and genomic pathology, histocompatibility testing and transfusion medicine) and be research (which includes basic, translational and clinical research into the origins and manifestations of disease, including efforts to improve disease prediction and prevention as part of the goal of achieving precision medicine and health), and also by educating future leaders in pathology and related fields. Everything we do is to achieve the goals of providing the highest quality of clinical services to the patients for whom we passionately care, to advance our ability to understand, diagnose, monitor and ultimately to cure disease or to prevent or delay its occurrence, and to provide outstanding education and career development opportunities to those who share these goals.
As an organization that receives federal funding, Stanford University has a COVID-19 vaccination requirement that will apply to all university employees, including those working remotely in the United States and applicable subcontractors. To learn more about COVID policies and guidelines for Stanford University Staff, please visit https://cardinalatwork.stanford.edu/working-stanford/covid-19/interim-policies/covid-19-surveillance-testing-policy
About the Lab
This research lab provides support to Anatomic Pathology faculty in the Department of Pathology who perform research on human tissue samples, often utilizing techniques such as immunohistochemistry, in situ hybridization, immunofluorescence, laser capture microdissection, and tissue microarray analysis.
About the Position
We seek a research assistant who is trained in histology and immunohistochemistry to perform validation of novel antibody probes, construct tissue microarrays, and cut specialized histology sections for human tissue-based research. The candidate will work with multiple anatomic pathology faculty and will coordinate multiple research projects. Strong organizational and interpersonal skills are essential.
Duties include:
- Design, recommend and implement histologic and immunohistologic techniques, in situ hybridization, laser-capture microdissection and tissue microarrays, involving paraffin-embedded and cryopreserved tissue in support of research projects.
- Partner with faculty in support of students to teach/demonstrate processes of experiments and the safe operation of equipment.
- Manage lab safety to protect personnel and environment. Develop the setup and operational procedures of lab equipment, using knowledge of chemicals and other hazards to minimize the likelihood of chemical exposure and/or other hazards. Liaison with EH&S to request services and support for lab operations.
- Analyze and interpret research slides to recognize irregularities and invalid results.
- Perform technical procedures, such as validation of antibody probes, to gather data in support of a research project.
- Modify research protocols and procedures based on new learnings from literature review and attendance at scientific conferences.
- Train personnel to ensure safe operation of lab.
- - Other duties may also be assigned
Desired Qualifications:
- Histology technician certification
- Extraordinary interpersonal skills and ability to work as part of a complex, multi-institutional team
- Ability to work independently, take initiative and prioritize tasks
- Superb organizational skills and ability to multi-task
- Excellent attention to detail and ability to document research activities
- Excellent writing and communication skills in the English language
- Excellent problem-solving skills
Education & Experience (REQUIRED):
Bachelors’ degree and two years of experience in related scientific field, or combination of education and relevant experience.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (REQUIRED):
- Demonstrated experience applying multidisciplinary scientific principles and practices to perform and assist with experimental design and coordinate laboratory activity.
- Demonstrated experience with analysis and interpretation of research data, and ability to recognize irregularities and invalid results.
- Demonstrated ability to organize data.
- Basic experience with scientific software applications, systems, or programs relevant for the job.
- Ability to coordinate and work with scientific or research staff and assist with technical procedures.
- Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, and to provide information to scientific and research staff
Physical Requirements*:
- Frequently stand, walk, twist, bend, stoop, squat, grasp lightly, use fine manipulation, grasp forcefully, perform desk-based computer tasks, use telephone, write by hand, lift, carry, push and pull objects weighing over 40 pounds.
- Occasionally sit, kneel, crawl, reach and work above shoulders, sort and file paperwork or parts.
- Rarely climb, scrub, sweep, mop, chop and mix or operate hand and foot controls.
- Must have correctible vision to perform duties of the job.
- Ability to bend, squat, kneel, stand, reach above shoulder level, and move on hard surfaces for up to eight hours.
- Ability to lift heavy objects weighing up to 50 pounds.
- Ability to work in a dusty, dirty, and odorous environment.
- - Consistent with its obligations under the law, the University will provide reasonable accommodation to any employee with a disability who requires accommodation to perform the essential functions of his or her job.
Working Conditions:
May work extended or unusual work hours based on research and project requirements.
Work Standards:
- Interpersonal Skills: Demonstrates the ability to work well with Stanford colleagues and clients and with external organizations.
- Promote Culture of Safety: Demonstrates commitment to personal responsibility and value for safety; communicates safety concerns; uses and promotes safe behaviors based on training and lessons learned.
- Subject to and expected to comply with all applicable University policies and procedures, including but not limited to the personnel policies and other policies found in the University's Administrative Guide, http://adminguide.stanford.edu.
- Due to the nature of the work, this position will work fully on-site.
The expected pay range for this position is $78,000 to $90,000 per annum. Stanford University provides pay ranges representing its good faith estimate of what the university reasonably expects to pay for a position. The pay offered to a selected candidate will be determined based on factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the qualifications of the selected candidate, departmental budget availability, internal equity, geographic location and external market pay for comparable jobs.
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