Description
Posting Title: Proteomics Scientist (Assistant in Research, 12 Month Salaried - Medicine)
Department: College of Medicine, Translational Science Lab
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How To Apply:
If qualified and interested in a specific Faculty job opening as advertised, apply to Florida State University at https://hr.fsu.edu/facultyjobs, JobID# 61220. If you are a current FSU employee, apply via myFSU > Self Service.
Applicants are required to complete the online application with all applicable information. Applications must include education details even if attaching a Vita.
Considerations:
This is a faculty position.
This position requires successful completion of a criminal history background check.
This is a Specialized, non-tenure earning faculty position.
Responsibilities:
Consult with and advise investigators regarding experimental design for small and large scale qualitative and quantitative proteomics studies along with targeted and untargeted metabolomics studies. Conduct LC-MS/MS analysis of investigator-produced samples using Thermo Exploris 480, Thermo Q Exactive HF and other LC-MS/MS systems as required.
Analyze and report resulting data using tools such as Proteome Discoverer, Scaffold, MaxQuant and Compound Discoverer. Maintain and troubleshoot instrumentation. Participate in developmental, educational and outreach initiatives such as the TSL Proteomics Workshop and the monthly proteomics user group meeting.
Maintain and develop the lab’s user base and sample load to ensure sufficient user fee revenue to support the position.
Requirements
Qualifications:
Academic master's degree or highest-level terminal degree from an accredited institution in an appropriate field of specialization.
Hands-on experience operating Orbitrap nanoLC-MS/MS systems for proteome-scale research, including both labelled and label-free quantitative technologies and associated data analysis packages.
Must show evidence of excellence in research through publications in omics or related fields in national or international settings.
Strong oral and written communication skills.
Ability to work independently is essential.
Preferred Qualifications:
Ph.D. from an accredited institution in an appropriate field of specialization.
At least five years of hands-on experience operating Orbitrap nanoLC-MS/MS systems for proteome-scale research, including both labelled and label-free quantitative technologies and associated data analysis packages.
Extensive experience in proteomic sample preparation and familiarity with adjacent technologies such as cell culture, molecular biology, protein purification and immunoassays.
University Information:
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