Senior Scientist

Senior Scientist

11 Nov 2024
New York, New york city 00000 New york city USA

Senior Scientist

Pay Range$98,500.00-$157,600.00Company OverviewThe people of Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center (MSK) are united by a singular mission: ending cancer for life. Our specialized care teams provide personalized, compassionate, expert care to patients of all ages. Informed by basic research done at our Sloan Kettering Institute, scientists across MSK collaborate to conduct innovative translational and clinical research that is driving a revolution in our understanding of cancer as a disease and improving the ability to prevent, diagnose, and treat it. MSK is dedicated to training the next generation of scientists and clinicians, who go on to pursue our mission at MSK and around the globe. Please review important announcements about vaccination requirements and our upcoming EHR implementation by clicking here (https://careers.mskcc.org/frequently-asked-questions/) . Important Note for MSK Employees: Your Career Hub profile is submitted to the hiring team as your internal resume. Please be sure your profile is fully complete with your skills, relevant experience and education (if required). Click here (https://mskcc.sharepoint.com/sites/pub-hr/SitePages/Career-Hub.aspx) to learn more. Please note, this link is only accessible for MSK employees. Job DescriptionExciting Opportunity at MSK! We are looking for a highly skilled and motivatedSenior Scientist to join theComputational Oncology Service. This role is ideal for an experienced Senior Scientist with a Ph.D. in molecular biology, genomics, or a related field. As part of our cutting-edge research team, you will lead the optimization of single-cell sequencing experiments and upstream sample processing workflows. Your work will enable groundbreaking scientific discoveries and provide critical insights into clinically relevant, but difficult-to-study, samples. Key Responsibilities: Lead experimental design and method optimization for single-cell sequencing, contributing to high-impact research in computational oncology. Collaborate closely with researchers and the genomics core to apply advanced sequencing techniques to complex biological samples. Maintain detailed records of experiments, procedures, and technical summaries to support reproducibility and data integrity. Identify anomalies in data and troubleshoot experimental designs to ensure successful outcomes. Mentor and provide feedback to junior lab members, fostering a culture of growth, collaboration, and innovation. Communicate effectively with internal teams and external collaborators, delivering clear presentations in both technical and non-technical settings. Contribute to discussions on the strategic direction of the lab and support the operational goals of the genomics core. Think creatively to develop new methodologies and experimental approaches to advance research capabilities. Key Qualifications: Ph.D. in molecular biology, biochemistry, or a related field with at least 3 years of post-doctoral experience in an academic or research setting. Proven experience in experimental and computational genomics, with a focus on NGS (Next-Generation Sequencing) assay development. Strong interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills, with the ability to communicate complex data to both scientific and non-scientific audiences. A proven track record in mentorship, with a strong interest in helping others succeed and providing constructive feedback to enhance team performance. Excellent problem-solving abilities, with a focus on identifying and addressing issues efficiently and independently. Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic research environment, managing multiple tasks and priorities with minimal supervision. Core Skills: Expertise in molecular biology techniques, especially in single-cell sequencing and genomics. Strong experimental design and data analysis skills. Ability to think critically and innovatively to solve complex biological questions. Effective communicator and collaborator, able to manage relationships with internal teams and external collaborators. A leadership mindset, with the ability to mentor and inspire others. Proficiency in laboratory management, maintaining research documentation, and adhering to best practices in scientific research. Familiarity with imaging technologies is a plus. Additional Information:Location: 323 E. 61st St. New York, NY Schedule: onsite or at least 4 days a week onsite #LI-ONSITE Pay Range $98,500.00-$157,600.00 Pleaseclick (https://careers.mskcc.org/frequently-asked-questions/) to learn more about MSK’s compensation philosophy. ClosingMSK is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer committed to diversity and inclusion in all aspects of recruiting and employment. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration without regard to race, color, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, religion, creed, disability, veteran status or any other factor which cannot lawfully be used as a basis for an employment decision. Federal law requires employers to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. Please tell us if you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job or to perform your job. Examples of reasonable accommodation include making a change to the application process or work procedures, providing documents in an alternate format, using a sign language interpreter, or using specialized equipment. Stay in touch!Register now to join Memorial Sloan Kettering’sTalent Community (https://externaltalent-mskcc.icims.com/connect?back=intro&iniframe=1&hashed=-435744324) to receive inside information on our organization and new job opportunities.Job LocationsUSA-NY-New YorkPosted Date4 hours ago(11/11/2024 3:50 PM)Requisition ID 2024-81531 Category Clinical Research Informatics and Technology (CRIT) Pay Range $98,500.00-$157,600.00

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