Staff Scientist
The University of Chicago

Job Info

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Department

BSD OBA - Ross Lab

About the Department

Teaching human anatomy (histology, gross anatomy, medical imaging and embryology) and participating in musculoskeletal biomechanics research. Start date: August 1, 2024

Job Summary

The job develops and implements programs to promote a research project or contributes to the scientific direction of a research resource.

Responsibilities

• Preparation of course materials for anatomy course.
  
• XROMM workflow.
  
• Musculoskeletal modeling.
  
• Serves as a resource for collecting data and performing analysis. Facilitates and promotes a research project by providing scientific or intellectual information.
  
• Develops laboratory protocols and training on new techniques. Manage, analyze and make recommendations on complex data sets for research.
  
• Creates first drafts for scientific writing and publications, including protocols and grants.
  
• Trains and mentors laboratory personnel.
  
• Performs other related work as needed.
  

Minimum Qualifications

Education:
Minimum requirements include a PhD in related field.
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Work Experience:
Minimum requirements include knowledge and skills developed through 5-7 years of work experience in a related job discipline.
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Certifications:

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Preferred Qualifications

Education:

• PhD in anatomy, musculoskeletal biology, or evolutionary biology.
  

Experience:

• Experience in teaching Anatomy.
  
• Experience in musculoskeletal in vivo research or modeling.
  
• CT scan or MRI image processing.
  

Application Documents

• Cover Letter (required)
  
• Resume (required)
  
• Contact information for at least 2 references (required)
  

When applying, the document(s) MUSTbe uploaded via the My Experience page, in the section titled Application Documents of the application.

Job Family

Research

Role Impact

Individual Contributor

FLSA Status

Exempt

Pay Frequency

Monthly

Scheduled Weekly Hours

37.5

Benefits Eligible

Yes

Drug Test Required

No

Health Screen Required

No

Motor Vehicle Record Inquiry Required

No

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