Director, Proteomics Core

Sanford Burnham Prebys is a preeminent, independent biomedical research institute dedicated to understanding human biology and disease, and advancing scientific discoveries to profoundly impact human health.

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The duties and responsibilities contained in the job description are intended to be examples of the accountabilities for which the person in the position will demonstrate competency through performance.

The job description is not intended to be an all-inclusive list. Duties and responsibilities are subject to change and other duties may be assigned as necessary.

Summary :

The Director, Proteomics Core (Director) oversees the day-to-day operations of the Proteomics Core. This oversight encompasses a broad range of Core scientific, operational, and budgetary functions.

The Director serves as a scientific and technical proteomics resource for the Institute’s investigators, receiving scientific input from the Core’s Scientific Director and operational guidance from the VP, Scientific Resources.

Duties and Responsibilities :

• Supervise daily operations of the Core facility, including project design and scheduling, sample and process tracking, quality analysis of results, instrumentation troubleshooting, and billing for services.
• Develop standard operating protocols and determine metrics for quality assessment and track quality of proteomics services.
• Develop and implement proteomics data analysis tools to improve data mining and interpretation.
• Process samples using (2D)LC-MS / MS and provide proteomics data analysis including advanced statistical data mining using R Bioconductor packages.
• Interface with faculty, staff scientists, postdocs, and grad students in support of their projects, and with the staff of the other SBP Core facilities to develop and implement collaborative interdisciplinary projects.
• Initiate and / or support grant proposals that support the facility and the projects of the facility users. Track publications and grants enabled by the Core facility’s resources and services.
• Evaluate, implement and optimize existing and emerging proteomics protocols, technologies and applications, in collaboration with facility users, vendors, and colleagues at similar facilities at other institutions.
• Assure equitable access to Core services for users, maintaining a transparent queue that provides appropriate priority to Cancer Center members and SBP users.
• Provide technical training on proteomics techniques and data mining for both facility staff and users. Interact with researchers to identify potential Core support of their proposed projects and on project design.
• Market the resources and services of the Core facility by giving talks on campus and at scientific and technical conferences.

Give tours of the Core facility. Organize Core facility hosted seminars and workshops. Maintain the Core facility website with the latest information regarding services, instruments, and prices.

Oversee maintenance of facility equipment and infrastructure and act as primary liaison with equipment manufacturers and support vendors.

Monitor and order supplies and create invoices for Core use.

• Set pricing for services and create annual Core facility budget. Report on the financial and technical status, usage and performance, achievements, scientific impact, challenges, and future plans of the Core facility.
• Work with the Associate Director, Cancer Center Administration and the VP, Scientific Resources to assure financial sustainability of the Core.
• Utilize the iLab Core management system for workflow, project tracking, and financial analysis.
• Ensure emergency back-up systems are operational and serve as a key point of contact for infrastructure and equipment emergencies and disaster plans.

Education and / or Experience :

Requires a Ph.D. degree in the biological sciences or a related field and significant postdoctoral experience working in the area of Proteomics, or an equivalent combination of education, training and / or experience.

Other Knowledge, Skills and / or Abilities :

• Work independently as well as in a team environment.
• Be responsible, organized, and a problem solver.
• Possess strong attention to detail, analytical, time management, organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Professional proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Embody the Institute’s core values of Commitment, Collaboration, Communication, Community, and Compassion.

Supervisory Responsibilities :

Yes, this position oversees other individuals.

Compensation :

The Expected Hiring Range for this role is from $114,000 - $142,000 annually.

Sanford Burnham Prebys celebrates the rich diversity of our scientists, students and staff, who hail from more than 30 countries.

Our diverse and inclusive environment catalyzes innovation and fuels discovery, enhancing the value and impact of our research.

We welcome talented individuals of all backgrounds regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, military or veteran status.

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

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