Job description

Under minimal supervision, responds to complex scientific inquiries and resolves method/instrument issues. The successful candidate will conduct research activities and take a leading role in method development and high throughput analyses using whole genome sequencing and bioinformatics technologies applied in varied research and development settings to detect, differentiate, evaluate functional capacity, growth conditions and more, of food microbiomes, human gut microbiomes, soil and plant microbiomes. The successful candidate will also take a lead role in drafting science papers/presentations for scientific and professional meetings and assist in communicating research findings to University and Government stakeholders and industry members. Candidate with experience microbiology, genetics, bioinformatics, nutritional biochemistry, molecular biology, is preferred.

COMMUNICATIONS
Excellent technical writing skills and initiative to publish research. Excellent verbal skills for presenting research at scientific meetings in oral and written format. Seeks input of others to resolve minor problems.

CUSTOMER SERVICE
Engages with academic, governmental and industry partners to understand their issues and concerns with regard to human health, including food safety and can conduct training exercises on the role of high throughput sequencing strategies for varied applications. Demonstrates self-initiative in drafting papers/presentations. Develops internal status reports/updates in full draft status. Strives to exceed customer expectations.

Special Schedule Requirements
N/A

EEOC Statement
Illinois Institute of Technology is an EEO /AA/Title VI/Title IX/Section 504/ ADA / ADEA employer committed to enhancing equity, inclusion and diversity within its community. It actively seeks applications from all individuals regardless of race, color, sex, marital status, religion, creed, national origin, disability, age, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, and/or gender identity and expression. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment.

Qualifications

Education & Experience
Ph.D degree preferred (M.S. with experience considered) in Food Science, Bioinformatics, Microbiology, Molecular biology or related field with 5 or more years of related accomplishments. Or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Knowledge & Skills
Works with minimal supervision, responds to complex queries and is pro-active in seeking a solution. Has good software skills in Word and Excel plus very good attention to detail in conducting and documenting scientific notebooks and papers. Has basic computer programming and bioinformatic skills.

SUPERVISION & BUDGET AUTHORITY
May mentor up to 3 students and junior staff on small projects.

Physical Environment and Requirements
50% of time in lab and the balance in an office environment.

May lift up to 10 lbs. on occasion and will do repetitive motions (up to 20% of time) in data entry and manipulating instruments. Will walk up to 50% of time in conducting experiments.

Certifications and Licenses

List any certifications or licenses that are either required or helpful in performing the job, designating whether required or preferred.
N/A

Key Responsibilities

Key Responsibility
Contributing member/leader of the Genomics team performing lab tests and analyses in accordance with required specifications, established protocols and procedures and customer service standards and analyses to provide accurate reliable research data.

Percentage Of Time
30

Key Responsibility
Manages lab processes, supplies and equipment to achieve maximum output. Conducts analyses in a timely, accurate and cost effective manner.

Percentage Of Time
10

Key Responsibility
Assists in developing, documenting, updating and maintaining approved procedures for assigned science platforms, research grants. Plans, schedules and prioritizes on a short-term basis.

Percentage Of Time
10

Key Responsibility
Conducts research training on approved protocols to students, support scientists, including oversight to meet quality standards.
Accurately judges time required to complete tasks, respects timelines and priorities of others.

Percentage Of Time
10

Key Responsibility
Develops client/grant/internal proposals for funding. Develops internal status, updates and reports in full draft form.

Percentage Of Time
30

Key Responsibility
Directs others with small projects and projects of limited focus. Recommends ideas to enhance department effectiveness. Ensures that all safety procedures are in effect and tracked. Communicates to encourage teamwork and a pro-active approach to meet customer needs.

Percentage Of Time
10

Posting Information

Work Hours
Monday – Friday, 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Position Category
Full Time

Posting Date
05/18/2022

Closing Date

Posted Until Filled
Yes

Quicklink for Posting
https://iit7.peopleadmin.com/postings/8541

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