Associate Scientist - Proteomics Job at University of Miami, Miami, FL

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  • University of Miami
  • Miami, FL

Job Description

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The University of Miami/UHealth Department of Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center - Cancer Proteomics Shared Resource (CPSR) has an exciting opportunity for a Full Time Associate Scientist - Proteomics at the UHealth medical campus in Miami, Fl.

JOB SUMMARY
The Associate Scientist will join the new Sylvester Cancer Proteomics Shared Resource (CPSR) , to apply state of the art LC-MS based methods and techniques for quantitative proteomics. As an Associate Scientist in the CPSR, you will be responsible for the maintenance and operation of a modern high resolution orbitrap mass spectrometer as well as performing detailed biochemical sample processing techniques. In addition, you will be part of a small, agile, interdisciplinary team that seeks to invent innovative methods that can be used in the development of diagnostics aimed at getting the right treatment to right patients and understanding the fundamental underpinnings of cancer biology.

JOB FUNCTIONS
  • Be the primary person responsible for the use of a new Orbitrap Ascend Tribrid LC-MS instrument for proteomic applications.

  • Manage inventory of lab consumables, including ordering, receiving, and storage of supply stocks.

  • Prepare protein samples from a wide range of specimen (e.g., cells, tissues, biofluids, and SDS Page gels)

  • Implement of both bottom-up & top-down proteomic approaches.

  • Be responsible for global proteome profiling by data-dependent (DDA) and data-independent (DIA) acquisition mass spectrometry and mass bar-codes. Detection of post-translational modifications (e.g., phosphorylation, acetylation).

  • Perform relative quantification of proteins by label-free and stable-isotope labelling strategies (e.g., SILAC, TMT).

  • Be responsible for structural proteomics (e.g., cross-linking, pull-down experiments).

  • Conduct single-cell proteomics analysis.

  • Perform intact protein analysis & MW determination.

  • Use proteomics software (e.g., Proteome Discoverer, MASCOT) for data analysis.

  • Be responsible for operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of a Orbitrap Ascend Tribrid Mass Spectrometer and other laboratory equipment as needed.

  • Assess experimental results and troubleshoot methods and instruments to optimize research protocols.

  • Collaborate with technicians, graduate students, post-docs, PIs, the laboratory director & colleagues.


This list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities as necessary.


CORE QUALIFICATIONS
Education:
Doctorate degree - Philosophy (PhD) required. Ph.D. in Science or Engineering (Biochemistry, Bioengineering, Biology, Chemistry, or related field) preferred.

Experience:
Minimum 5 years of relevant experience required

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
  • Learning Agility: Ability to learn new procedures, technologies, and protocols, and adapt to changing priorities and work demands.

  • Teamwork: Ability to work collaboratively with others and contribute to a team environment.

  • Technical Proficiency: Skilled in using office software, technology, and relevant computer applications.

  • Communication: Strong and clear written and verbal communication skills for interacting with colleagues and stakeholders.

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The University of Miami offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, tuition remission and more.

UHealth-University of Miami Health System, South Florida's only university-based health system, provides leading-edge patient care powered by the ground breaking research and medical education at the Miller School of Medicine. As an academic medical center, we are proud to serve South Florida, Latin America and the Caribbean. Our physicians represent more than 100 specialties and sub-specialties, and have more than one million patient encounters each year. Our tradition of excellence has earned worldwide recognition for outstanding teaching, research and patient care. We're the challenge you've been looking for.

The University of Miami is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Females/Minorities/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities are encouraged to apply. Applicants and employees are protected from discrimination based on certain categories protected by Federal law. Click here for additional information.

Job Status:

Full time

Employee Type:

Staff

Pay Grade:

A11

Job Tags

Full time, Temporary work, Work at office, Worldwide,

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