What are the responsibilities and job description for the Scientific Director, Metabolite Profiling Core Facility position at Massachusetts Institute of Technology?
SCIENTIFIC DIRECTOR, METABOLITE PROFILING CORE FACILITY, Koch Institute (KI) for Integrative Cancer Research, to support metabolism-based research projects in a variety of experimental models through the use of high-resolution, accurate-mass, liquid chromatography mass spectrometry. Will oversee and further develop the operation of a state-of-the-art facility consisting of targeted and untargeted metabolomics and lipidomics platforms using high-resolution, accurate-mass, liquid chromatography mass spectrometry (LC/MS); collaborate with and advise scientists at KI, MIT, Whitehead Institute, and external institutions on developing and applying LC/MS-based metabolomic/lipidomic experiments to advance the research; participate in grant writing and manuscript preparation and on the acquisition of new equipment to expand and advance scientific applications; and supervise two research assistants who help with the day-to-day maintenance of the facility and participate in data analysis. In this highly collaborative position, responsibilities will include consulting on experimental design, analyzing and interpreting metabolomic/lipidomic data, and developing new LC/MS-based assays as projects dictate.
Job Requirements
REQUIRED: Ph.D. in biological/physical sciences or a related discipline; at least seven years’ research experience, preferably in a biological/biomedical setting; comprehensive understanding of quantitative methods in mass spectrometry and metabolomics, including instrument operation, sample preparation, and data analysis; experience with lipidomics or willingness/ability to learn; strong communication, troubleshooting, and problem solving skills; ability to collaborate with scientists to consult on experimental design, data analysis, and interpretation; supervisory experience; and ability to work as part of a team. PREFERRED: working knowledge of Orbitrap systems and accompanying software, understanding of the use of stable isotopes in tracing experiments, and broad knowledge of high-resolution accurate-mass data analysis software. Job #22551
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