Scientist III - Biology

Professor Mirkin's research lab focuses on understanding the mechanisms underlying the instability of DNA repeats implicated in hereditary human diseases and cancer.

Works in collaboration with the senior investigator in the host laboratory. Works independently to participate in or lead a portion of research projects involving the analysis of complex genomic databases and genome-wide analysis of experimental data generated in the lab. The Scientist II contributes ideas and suggestions to the research effort, operates independently, and publishes papers in collaboration with the senior investigator. This individual may have other responsibilities in the laboratory, such as supervising staff, training graduate students or postdoctoral fellows, writing grant proposals, and writing papers.

Basic Requirements:
Knowledge and experience typically acquired by:

• PhD
• 1+ years experience in a postdoctoral research position