Research Scientist II (Temenoff Lab and Marcus Center)

Overview

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Atlanta, Georgia

The Institute for Bioengineering and Bioscience's mission (IBB, https://bioresearch.gatech.edul) is to build a community across Georgia Tech and its partner institutions that catalyzes, cultivates, and deploys interdisciplinary research and education in bioengineering and biosciences for economic and societal benefit.

The Marcus Center of Excellence for Cell Biomanufacturing is housed within IBB. Learn more about The Marcus Center of Excellence for Cell Biomanufacturing at https://marcuscellmanufacturing.gatech.edu/.

Learn more about the Temenoff Lab at https://temenoff.gatech.edu/.

The Temenoff Laboratory and the Marcus Center of Excellence for Cell Biomanufacturing (https://marcuscellmanufacturing.gatech.edu/) is seeking a highly motivated individual with experience in biomedical engineering, biomaterials, microfluidics and cell therapy to work on a collaborative project to assess effects of mitochondrial transfer on bone regeneration. Primary responsibilities will be to perform in vitro and in vivo studies to develop biomaterial carriers for mitochondrial and to assess mitochondrial transfer on cell function and bone healing, including histology, flow cytometry, micro-CT, metabolic assays, and proteomics characterization. Interaction and coordination with ongoing projects in our National Science Foundation-funded Center for Cell Manufacturing Technologies and Marcus Center for Cell Biomanufacturing will be expected, in addition to participation in preparation of grant proposals.

The candidate will be expected to lead projects, work collaboratively with our team of researchers, and work closely with Center Leadership. This role requires hands-on in vitro and in vivo laboratory work. Grant and manuscript writing are also expected. Some Holiday or weekend time may be necessary. Some travel may be required.

• Conduct in vitro and in vivo research in the area of mitochondrial transfer and regenerative medicine.
• Lead projects, including developing timelines and deliverables, and coordinate experiments based on priority analyses and milestones.
• Lead and support grant submissions to further expand Center's research reach and capabilities.
• Manage sponsored research work and relationships with collaborators, including establishment of new projects and relationships.
• Oversee maintenance of documentation for project reporting.
• Develop and train other scientists.
• Report progress through presentations and monthly reports.
• Train and perform routine assays, data acquisition and analyses.
• Support day-to-day activities and operations - including project budgets, status, purchasing.
• Assist with general lab maintenance and systems.

Research Faculty ranks are outlined in section 3.2.1 of the Georgia Tech Faculty Handbook https://www.policylibrary.gatech.edu/faculty-handbook/3.2.1-research-faculty-hiringand-promotion-guidelines.

Research Scientist II

Master's degree in Bioengineering/Biomedical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Molecular/Cell Biology, Immunology, or other related field and three (3) years relevant full-time experience after completion of that degree, or

Master's degree in Bioengineering/Biomedical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Molecular/Cell Biology, Immunology, or other related field and five (5) years of relevant full-time experience after the completion of a Bachelor's degree, or

Doctoral degree in Bioengineering/Biomedical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Molecular/Cell Biology, Immunology, or other related field.

• Ability to deliver results in a fast-paced cross-functional environment, in the absence of set procedures and oversight.
• A publication history in the fields of Molecular/Cell Biology, Bioengineering, Biomedical Engineering, Cell and Gene Therapy, and/or Biomaterials.
• Expertise and proficiency with benchtop techniques, cell culture, and analyses common in Molecular/Cell Biology and Bioengineering fields (e.g. statistical programs, sterile technique, etc.).
• Background in mammalian cell culture, specifically mesenchymal stromal cells.
• Experience with mitochondrial isolation and characterization techniques (ex. fluorescent staining, oxygen consumption rate and associated metabolic assays, mitochondrial proteomics).
• Strong experience with in vivo models for bone defects.
• Expertise in microfluidics for production of biomaterial carriers.
• Expertise in conjugation of biological moieties to biomaterials and subsequent polymer characterization (NMR or similar).
• Proficiency in Microsoft office and graphical software.
• Strong skillset for data interpretation, project management, scientific writing, presentation of data.
• Effective communication of technical concepts to technical and non-technical audiences.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and team building skills.
• Experience leading technical/scientific projects.

Salary range for this position is between $50,874 - $83,048. Salary will be commensurate with experience and education.

Please attach a CV/resume, cover letter, and a list of three professional references.

For additional information about this job opening, please contact the Search Chair, Dr. Johnna Temenoff, johnna.temenoff@bme.gatech.edu

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This role is dependent on sponsored research. All employment and assignments are ultimately contingent upon funding.

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