The Pasca Lab in the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences is seeking a Senior Staff Scientist (Life Science Research Professional 4) with advanced experience in neuroscience. Research will focus on advanced functional readouts of neural organoid and assembloid to understand the mechanisms of human neuropsychiatric disorders.

Responsibilities for this position include functional assays of neural organoids and assembloids. The LSRP-4 will perform and analyze experiments in electrophysiology, molecular and cell biology, microscopy applying advanced knowledge of neurobiology. The successful candidate will have tissue culture background and advanced experience in neuroscience. The LSRP-4 would be expected to conduct experiments under the supervision of the PI, but also design and lead independent projects. Because the LSRP-4 will frequently interact with a team of graduate and postdoctoral researchers, he or she must have the ability to communicate clearly scientific concepts.

Duties include:

Lead multidisciplinary teams across different faculties or schools. Perform complex (lab and/or field) experiments, and maintain detailed records of experiments and outcomes; analyze and interpret research data resulting from original procedures and methods; oversee critical analyses of data from entire project. Design research approaches for the entire project, including background research, experimental design and execution, problem-solving, and writing up for publication.Develop new protocols; test and evaluate a variety of approaches.Participate in creating new research proposals, and prepare for submission for funding and grants. Work with health and safety department to ensure lab complies with regulations and all required trainings. Prepare periodic progress reports or written reports on all phases of the research project. Contribute original ideas of major methodologies significance which alter the course of the investigation, or develop innovative solution(s) to complex research problems. Perform ongoing literature review to remain current with new procedures and related research; proceed without consultation with principal investigator to implement new techniques into research project. Co-author publications; may present ongoing work and findings to colleagues at academic conferences.Supervise other staff, including hiring, performance management, and related duties, in addition to instruction on complex techniques and direction on projects.

* - Other duties may also be assigned

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

PhD or MS in a Biological Sciences or related field with advance experience in a laboratory setting.Experience with neuroscience, stem cell biology, molecular and cell biology, microscopy and flow cytometry.Thorough training and knowledge in the area of cell culture and aseptic techniques.Project management skills.Teaching experience.Strong interpersonal and collaboration skills.

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EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE (REQUIRED):

Bachelor's degree in related scientific field and four years of relevant work experience; or Master’s degree in a related scientific field and two years relevant experience; or PhD in related science field.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (REQUIRED):

Extensive understanding of scientific principles. Expert level knowledge and skills in field of science related to research project.General computer skills, experience with databases and scientific applications, and ability to quickly learn and master computer programs.Strong analytical skills and excellent judgment.Ability to work under deadlines is essential.Excellent organizational skills and demonstrated ability to complete detailed work accurately.Strong project management and leadership skills.

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.Position may require repetitive motion.

* - 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 require working in close proximity to blood borne pathogens.May require work in an environment where animals are used for teaching and research.Position may at times require the employee to work with or be in areas where hazardous materials and/or infectious diseases are present.Employee must perform tasks that require the use of personal protective equipment, such as safety glasses and shoes, protective clothing and gloves, and possibly a respirator.May require extended or unusual work hours based on research requirements and business needs.

The expected pay range for this position is $115,970 - $146,025 per annum. Stanford University provides pay ranges representing it's 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.

* - Stanford is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.