Life Science Research Professional

Apply for the Life Science Research Professional 2 role at Stanford University.

The Parikh Lab within the Division of Cardiovascular Medicine, Stanford University is seeking a Life Science Research Professional 2 to perform basic functions and activities involved in defined research projects and independently conduct experiments. The Parikh lab is focused on discovering pathogenic hotspots on cardiomyopathy-related genes, revealing novel pathogenic mechanisms, and improving genetic diagnosis for and treating genetic cardiomyopathies. We develop high‑throughput genome engineering methods in induced pluripotent stem cells and devise new methods for scaled phenotyping.

We are also interested in the effects of RNA splicing in the myocardium and the development of tractable approaches to the treatment of human genetic cardiomyopathy. At the bench, we are not only engaged in high‑throughput single cell phenotyping and high‑volume genome and transcriptome sequencing, but also in developing appropriate analysis of these results through existing and novel computational pipelines that incorporate population and disease cohort genetics.

Our research questions are rooted directly in the clinic where we care for patients with inherited cardiovascular diseases and try to understand the safest and best ways to treat their life‑changing disease.

• Independently conduct a portion of the research project(s). Make recommendations on experimental design and/or research direction to principal investigator.
• Independently conduct complex (lab and/or field) experiments to gather data for a portion of a major research project.
• Interpret and analyze results, often where few guidelines exist, and make modifications to existing procedures and protocols.
• Develop new research protocols where appropriate protocols are not described in the literature or where modification or adaptation of standard procedures and protocols is required.
• Participate in multidisciplinary teams across different faculties or schools.
• Perform ongoing literature review to remain current with new procedures and related research; apply to ongoing research and development of new protocols.
• Contribute substantively to the preparation of papers for publication, especially in the results section, and to publication of findings. Present ongoing work to colleagues and/or academic conferences.
• Oversee supply and equipment budget under supervision of principal investigator or business manager.
• Work with health and safety department to ensure lab complies with regulations and all required trainings.
• Supervise (either formally or informally) staff or students as needed, including oversight and direction on techniques, as well as consultation on project work. Serve as a technical resource for other research staff.
• Oversee the daily activities of the laboratory including lab maintenance; maintain lab stock, manage chemical inventory and safety records, and provide general lab support as needed. May assist with purchasing laboratory equipment.

• Master’s degree in a related field (e.g., biology, biochemistry, genetics).
• Coursework in Biology.

• Bachelor's degree in related scientific field and two years of relevant work experience; or Master’s degree in a related scientific field.

• Comprehensive understanding of scientific principles.
• General computer skills and ability to quickly learn and master computer programs, databases, and scientific applications.
• Strong analytical skills and excellent judgment.
• Ability to maintain detailed records of experiments and outcomes.
• Ability to work under deadlines with general guidance is essential.
• Excellent organizational skills and demonstrated ability to accurately complete detailed work.

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• Frequently stand, walk, twist, bend, stoop, squat, grasp lightly, use fine manipulation, grasp forcefully, perform desk‑based computer tasks, use telephone, write by hand, lift, carry, push and pull objects weighing over 40 pounds.
• Occasionally sit, kneel, crawl, reach and work above shoulders, sort and…