Senior Scientist - Gastroenterology (Hepatology)
Core
Investigate the biology of hepatitis B virus (HBV) and mechanisms of chronic infection to identify strategies for a functional cure.
Role type
Senior Scientist (Research)
Builds
Research projects and publications on HBV-host interactions
Domain
Biomedical research / Virology / Hepatology
Deliverable
research
Required skills
Hypothesis development, Research project management, Grant preparation, Laboratory safety compliance, Cross-institutional collaboration
Preferred skills
Analytical problem solving, Laboratory instrumentation, Laboratory processes, Laboratory techniques
Technologies
Stem cell-derived hepatocytes, Primary human hepatocytes, CRISPR/Cas9, Genetically distinct HBV clones
Responsibilities
Design, conduct, and report research projects; Assist with grant preparation and submission; Prepare and submit research papers; Develop testable hypotheses; Comply with laboratory safety procedures; Manage research projects with other institutions
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC