Recombineering Director

Oversee project development through appropriate high throughput pipeline production of recombineering clones. Supervise the data management (input and analysis). Train laboratory personnel in the strategies for advanced DNA engineering methodologies, data management and analysis. Work with the Center’s Director and Research Director to assure that the core is running efficiently and to assure that lab personnel are appropriately trained in standard experimental techniques. The successful candidate will interface with the Center’s research investigators, conceptualize genomics projects, and oversee implementation by the scientific technical staff. Our exceptional collegiality and interdisciplinary collaborations make CCSB and IGSB an excellent environment for an innovative scientist who can benefit from and contribute to the rapid growth of Systems Biology at The University of Chicago.

The successful candidate will use her/his expertise, experience, and enthusiasm to guide the development of the CCSB recombineering core facility. This position will include a substantial budget, supervisory role over technical staff and the opportunity to collaborate with a team of experienced and innovative programmers, postdoctoral scholars, and graduate students.

The Chicago Center for Systems Biology is one of ten National Centers for Systems Biology funded by the National Institute of General Medical Sciences (NIGMS).

Minimum Qualifications

Master’s degree required; doctoral level degree in molecular cell biology and/or bio-engineering preferred; experience in advanced DNA engineering through homologous recombination and BAC transgenesiss in animal and human cells required; demonstrated excellence as evidenced by multiple high-profile journal publications preferred; excellent organizational and communications skills required; high level of motivation and ability to get along well with others required.

To Apply

Please send a cover letter detailing both your previous scientific work experience and your interest in this position, curriculum vitae, and contact information for three references to:

Aharon Solomon, Ph.D.
Research Director
Institute for Genomics & Systems Biology
The University of Chicago
428 CLSC
920 East 58th Street
Chicago, IL 60637
asolomon at uchicago.edu