Research Scientist III

Position Title:

Research Scientist III

Job Group:

Professional & Scientific

Required Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree and 5 years of related experience

Preferred Qualifications:

Ph.D. in bioinformatics and computational biology or genetics.
Expertise in analyzing transcriptomics data.
Expertise in multi-omics data analyses and machine learning approaches.
Expertise in conducting supervised and unsupervised computational approaches in R. 
Computer programming skills (e.g. R, python or perl).
Experience in designing and conducting plant metabolomics studies.
In-person classroom teaching experience for undergraduate bioinformatics and computational biology or genetics courses.

Job Description:

We are seeking a Research Scientist III to join our teams, that specialize in the statistical integration of multi-omics datasets, including transcriptome, metabolome, and open chromatin data in mammalian and plant species. The successful candidate will be responsible for developing tools for managing large-scale data and performing bioinformatic analyses. This includes analyzing whole tissue and single-cell transcriptomic data to generate novel hypotheses and initiate new research directions. The individual will also supervise graduate students and technicians in conducting bioinformatics analyses and metabolomics experiments, and conducting field experiments.

Additional duties include developing sample collection and processing protocols, as well as metabolite extraction and analysis methods using advanced analytical instrumentation. The candidate will lead experimental design, data analysis, and presentations to the lab groups, collaborative teams, and at scientific conferences. They will contribute to or lead grant writing, serve as the principal investigator on grants, and mentor early-career scientists in manuscript preparation and grant writing.

In addition to research responsibilities, the candidate will be responsible for teaching Principles of Genetics (Biol 3130) in the spring semester and Introduction to Bioinformatics and Computational Biology (BCBio 3220) in the fall semester. This includes developing and updating course content on the Canvas platform, delivering in-person lectures, administering exams, and providing student support through office hours and grading.

This role is perfect for a passionate scientist looking to lead in both research and teaching, with a strong collaborative spirit and a commitment to mentoring the next generation of scientists.

This is a part-time position working 34 hours per week, with the possibility that it may increase to 40 hours per week in the future. ISU benefits are included. It is a term position with opportunity for renewal.

 
Level Guidelines
• Senior-level position possessing high-level professional and/or technical skills working independently under minimal supervision to support ISU’s mission and department or work unit goals
• Applies senior-level professional knowledge and expertise to work requiring greater latitude
• Solves moderately complex problems and regularly exercises judgment to determine appropriate action
• Regularly exercises judgment to resolve problems and determine appropriate action on a broad set of issue and problems. May provide recommendations regarding problems/issues outside the bounds of defined procedures and practices
• Responds to complicated inquiries, provides training, and provides direction to lower-level staff
• May provide supervision for one to two other staff (i.e., leads a small work team)
• May lead projects for which well-defined practices and procedures may not exist
• Provides guidance to students

Appointment Type:

Regular with Term Appointment (Fixed Term)

Proposed End Date or Length of Term:

January 1, 2027

Number of Months Employed Per Year:

12 Month Work Period

Time Type:

Part time

Pay Grade:

PS810

Application Instructions:

To apply for this position, please click on “Apply” and complete the Employment Application. Please be prepared to enter or attach the following: 1) Resume/Curriculum Vitae 2) Letter of Application/Cover Letter If you have questions regarding this application process, please email employment@iastate.edu or call 515-294-4800 or Toll Free: 1-877-477-7485. Why Choose ISU? Iowa State Employees enjoy comprehensive health and work-life benefits, including medical and dental; as well as: • Retirement benefits including defined benefit and defined contribution plans • Generous vacation, holiday and sick time and leave plans • Onsite childcare (Ames, Iowa) • Life insurance and long-term disability • Flexible Spending Accounts • Various voluntary benefits and discounts • Employee Assistance Program • Wellbeing program • Iowa State offers WorkFlex options for some positions. WorkFlex offers flexibility on when, where, and how you do your work. For more information, please speak with the Hiring Manager.

Original Posting Date:

October 17, 2024

Posting Close Date:

October 24, 2024

Job Requisition Number:

R15708