Research Scientist - Dr. Santa Maria Lab at University of Pittsburgh in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Job Description:

Research Scientist - Dr. Santa Maria Lab

The Santa Maria Lab is relocating to the University of Pittsburgh from Stanford University, and is recruiting at all levels (Lab Manager, Lab Technician, Research Scientist). Members will join an R01 funded lab that focuses on discovery science and translational medicine in areas to treat hearing loss. The lab is federally funded to discover why sensory hearing loss occurs in chronic ear infections. They focus work in vitro and in vivo in 1) bacterial models of disease focusing on persister cell (non-dividing) diseases including microbiology, immunology, and therapeutics (focused on nanotherapeutics, small molecules, and peptides); they are leaders in the disease chronic suppurative otitis media, the leading cause of hearing loss in the developing world. 2) Drug delivery to the inner ear, including round window and blood labyrinthine barrier delivery. 3) Tumor targeting and tumor microenvironment, with a focus of Neurotological tumors and metastastes. The lab has successfully translated a regenerative therapy from bench into clinical trials and has a reputation for rapidly identifying targets, developing therapeutic candidates, and accelerating through the drug discovery and development process. The PI, Dr. Santa Maria, is the Director of the Global SPARK program, Chief of the Division of Otology and Neurotology, and Vice Chair of Translational and Clinical Research within the Department of Otolaryngology. The lab is openly collaborative, non-hierarchical, and promotes sharing of high risk ideas to solve unmet medical needs in hearing loss. We aim to train and develop leaders in hearing loss discovery science and translation.

Research Scientist –

Conducts independent scientific research projects from inception to presentation.

Prepares and crafts various documentations of research results into manuscripts, proposals, grant applications, and presentations.

Trains undergraduates and research technicians.

Manages laboratory policies and coordinates project development in collaboration with other specialists.

Job Summary

Conducts independent scientific research projects from inception to presentation. Prepares and crafts various documentations of research results into manuscripts, proposals, grant applications, and presentations. Trains undergraduates and research technicians. Manages laboratory policies and coordinates project development in collaboration with other specialists.

Essential Functions

Conduct independent scientific research projects from inception to presentation. Prepare and craft various documentations of research resulting into manuscripts, proposals, grant applications, and presentations. Train undergraduates and research technicians. Manage laboratory policies and coordinate project development in collaboration with other specialists.

Physical Effort

Must be able to sit or stand for prolonged periods of time.

The University of Pittsburgh is committed to championing all aspects of diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility within our community. This commitment is a fundamental value of the University and is crucial in helping us advance our mission, which includes attracting and retaining diverse workforces. We will continue to create and maintain an environment that allows individuals to discover, belong, contribute, and grow, while honoring the experiences, perspectives, and unique identities of all.

The University of Pittsburgh is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and values equality of opportunity, human dignity and diversity. EOE, including disability/vets.

Assignment Category: Full-time regular

Job Classification: Staff.Research Scientist

Job Family: Research

Job Sub Family: Research Science

Campus: Pittsburgh

Minimum Education Level Required: Professional Doctorate Degree

Minimum Years of Experience Required: 5

Will this position accept substitution in lieu of education or experience: No

Work Schedule: Monday – Friday 8 – 5, After hours and weekends as needed

Work Arrangement: Monday – Friday 8 – 5, After hours and weekends as needed

Hiring Range: TBD Based Upon Qualifications

Relocation_Offered: No

Visa Sponsorship Provided: Yes

Background Check: For position finalists, employment with the University will require successful completion of a background check

Child Protection Clearances: Not Applicable

Required Documents: Resume, Cover Letter

Optional Documents: Not Applicable

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