Research Staff Scientist

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Wright State University is an equal opportunity employer.

Faculty Rank or Job Title:
Research Staff Scientist

Job Category:
Research

Department:
Biochemistry/Molecular Biology-BSOM

EEO number:
26P250

Position FTE:
100%

Minimum Annual Salary:
$64,000.00

Salary Band:

Job Summary/Basic Function:
To perform advanced molecular genetics and translational oncology/immunology research experiments, lead and assist in the training of graduate and junior research staff, communicate research results through formal and informal oral presentations, and disseminate findings via peer-reviewed publications and written manuscripts.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Ph.D. by start date in Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, Cell Biology or related field.
• Minimum of 6 years of experience (including Ph.D. training) in laboratory research experience in molecular biology.
• Minimum of 5 English language publications in high quality, peer-reviewed molecular biology journals.
• Mammalian and bacterial cell culture; current methods of molecular biology/genetics ( PCR , gel electrophonesis, DNA isolation, cloning, DNA transfection, flow cytometry, immunoprecipitation assays, RNA silencing; microRNA analysis, Next generation sequencing using Ion Torrent platform, ability to interact effectively with coworkers.
• Supervisor/mentoring experience

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with patient-derived xenograft ( PDX ) cell line generation, organoid culture systems, and/or in vivo preclinical models (mouse or non-human primate).
• Track record of contributing to externally funded research grants ( NIH , industry-sponsored, or equivalent).

Essential Functions and percent of time:
80% Perform molecular biology experiments
10% Oral presentation of research results
5% Assist in training graduate students
5% Written preparation of research results

Essential Functions and percent of time (cont'd):

Non-Essential Functions and percent of time:

Working Conditions:
Standard molecular biology laboratory conditions.

Grant funded position with continuation dependent on funding.

Special Contract terms and condition of employment apply.

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Special Instructions to Applicants:

Posting Date:
05/04/2026

First Consideration Date:
05/11/2026

Closing Date:

Open Until Filled:
Yes