Research Scientist

Alabama State University Cancer Research Center invites applications for the position of Research Scientist. The selected candidate will conduct research implementing mentoring interventions, manage the funded grant activities, write grants, help with completing the goals and objectives of the program, correspond regularly with partner institutions, help with student recruitment, research mentoring and advisement, participate in meetings with the principal investigator and co-investigators, and assist in maintaining and updating the grant activities.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Perform research on cancer and cancer-related biological mechanisms
• Help recruit students for the research projects
• Communicate and plan meetings with students and mentors
• Provide support to the PI, coordinate and design activities for students and collaborators
• Provide research training to students
• Collect data and analyze data for publication
• Present data at national and international conferences
• Perform other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications:

Doctorate degree in Life Sciences (Zoology, Botany, Biotechnology, Cancer Biology, Chemical Sciences) or related disciplines, 2- years of experience as research associate, or postdoctoral researcher, and evidence of quality research and mentorship of students in the biomedical field required.

EEOC STATEMENT:

It is the policy of Alabama State University to provide equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION:

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 the job.

Federal law requires identity and employment eligibility verification on Form I-9 within three (3) business days of employment.

All positions require the passing of a background check and some the passing of a drug screen.

DISCLAIMER:

The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the employee in this position. These statements are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of a person in this position..