Core Scientific Director, High Throughput Screening (HTS) Facility
- Massachusetts Institute of Technology
- Location: Cambridge, Massachusetts
- Category:
Admin-Facilities Management
- Posting Date: 06/01/2022
- Application Deadline: Open until filled
Job Description
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CORE SCIENTIFIC DIRECTOR, HIGH THROUGHPUT SCREENING (HTS) FACILITY, Koch Institute (KI) for Integrative Cancer Research, to drive the scientific direction of the HTS Core Facility, the mission of which is to enable KI and the MIT community to use state-of-the-art automated screening systems and shared small molecule and genetic perturbation libraries in discovery and translational oncology and biomedical research via expertise, training, and instrumentation. Will manage the facility’s day-to-day operations, collaborate with KI senior administration on strategic planning and development, and supervise a full-time automation research scientist and part-time research specialist. Responsibilities include training users; overseeing screening libraries and data management systems; advising and supporting those engaged in assay design through execution of biochemical or cell-based screens; providing consultation, training, troubleshooting, and hands-on expertise in developing robust high throughput assays; assisting with maintaining and operating instrumentation; playing a key role in crafting and implementing the facilities’ scientific direction; identifying and onboarding novel technologies, shared resources, and instrumentation; providing education on best practices; initiating and engaging in cross-core collaborations; participating in writing proposals and letters of support; overseeing/tracking facility usage; supporting over 120 research groups; and other duties as needed.
Job Requirements
REQUIRED: doctorate in cell biology or related field; at least four years' postgraduate experience in an academic/industrial environment; documented track record in assay development and cell-based screening; excellent organizational, troubleshooting, interpersonal, presentation, problem-solving, and leadership skills; commitment to supporting and instructing faculty, postdoctoral and graduate trainees, and other researchers; ability to provide consultative services and hands-on training; and proven track record mentoring/supervising, delegating to, and collaborating with a diverse team. PREFERRED: expertise in mammalian tissue culture and knowledge of drug development and the oncology therapeutic area. Job #21350
Schedule flexibility may be required.
5/31/22