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A dedication to diversity, equity and inclusion is at the heart of our mission.  As a Catholic and Vincentian university, St. John’s is committed to institutionalizing practices of inclusive excellence to ensure that we welcome and celebrate the intrinsic worth of all members of our community.  We will become an even stronger university as we enhance equity at every level of our institution.  As noted in our Vision Statement, our graduates will excel in the competencies and values required for leadership and service in a rapidly evolving world.   

RESEARCH SCIENTIST/ASSOCIATE POSITION 

DEPARTMENT OF PHARMACEUTICAL SCIENCE

SUMMARY OF POSITION: 

We are seeking a highly motivated individual to join the research team led by Dr. Xingguo Cheng as a Research Scientist or Research Associate in the Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences at St. John’s University located in Queens, NY. This position is available immediately with a focus on a contract research project employing in vitro models and molecular biology techniques to investigate novel regulatory mechanisms of psychoactive drugs. The Research Scientist/Associate will be expected to participate in study design, perform experiments, analyze data using appropriate statistical measures, and prepare reports to ensure the successful execution of the contract project. 

QUALIFICATIONS 

• The successful candidate must have demonstrated training and experience using in vitro cell culture systems. 
• The successful candidate should have demonstrated experience in using molecular biology techniques to characterize gene and protein expression and their regulation.  Techniques that are highly desired include, but not limit to, molecular cloning, recombinant plasmid engineering, western blotting, RT qPCR, ChIP assays, vector-based luciferase reporter assays, ELISA, and immunofluorescence staining. 
• A degree of M. S. or Ph.D. in Biology, Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, Pharmacology/Toxicology or a closely related biomedical field. 
• Excellent writing and oral communication skills. 
• Able to excel in a research environment consisting of summer interns, undergraduate and graduate students, the successful candidate is expected to demonstrate team player spirit and a willingness to collaborative with other members of the team.

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Most of the required work will be performed in a wet lab setting. Data analysis and report preparation will be performed in a desk/office setting within or next to the lab.

EMPLOYMENT TYPE  

• Full-time/Regular

JOB FUNCTIONS/CATEGORY  

• Research

St. John’s offers a competitive compensation program which is commensurate with your qualifications, experience, and contingent upon the departmental budget. We also offer an extremely comprehensive benefits program to meet the diverse needs of our workforce. Along with exceptional benefits such as medical, dental, life insurance, long term disability insurance, tuition remission, generous 403(b) employer contribution, employee assistance program, and liberal paid time off policies, faculty and staff can also enjoy St. John’s performing arts, libraries, bookstores, dining facilities, campus recreation and sporting events. 

Any offer of employment is subject to receipt by St. John’s University of satisfactory references, verification of employment and education. 

St. John’s University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages applications from women and minorities. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, age, status as an individual with a disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. 

Required Skills Required Experience

The duties and responsibilities described above are the essential functions of the job.  The qualifications below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• HS diploma or equivalent with preferred 4-6 years of relevant administrative/operational/ project support in manufacturing operations or office environment directly related to the duties of the job, OR demonstrated ability to meet the job requirements through a comparable number of years of work experience.  
• You must possess the ability to establish your own priorities - be a self starter.
• You must have the ability to delegate tasks to other Client Care team members.
• You must have the ability to follow company policy and understand any rules or regulations governing the work being completed.
• You must have the ability to understand & interpret ISM strategies related to campaign execution, especially in regards to complex data ingestion & promotion logic.
• You must have the ability to understand the impact work has on your department or company.
• In order to complete duties successfully, you must have very good knowledge of technology to include computers and software, especially MS Office, MS Excel, or other programs that may be specific to the job.
• You must be able to manage daily contact with internal partners and external clients while completing daily work assignments.
• You must possess very good oral and written communication skills sufficient to explain departmental policy, methods and/or procedures when completing assignments.  
• You must have very good organizational skills that are sufficient to accomplish work by established deadlines; prioritize workloads and make adjustments to meet business needs.
• The ability to work overtime is a requirement of the position. Weekends and holidays may also be required.

Additional job knowledge, skills, and/or abilities specific to a department may be listed on the staffing requisition.