Sr Research Associate 3 SOM A
Sr Research Associate 3 SOM A
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Diabetes Research Institute has an exciting opportunity for a full time Sr. Research Associate 3 SOM (A) position. The incumbent conducts highly specialized and complex research in support of the divisions research goals and objectives and assumes responsibility for the successful operations of the laboratory. The incumbent also supervises the activities of all laboratory staff and users and serves as subject matter expert and mentor to less experienced staff.
CORE JOB FUNCTIONS
Contributes to basic and applied research activities by collecting and analyzing data.
Understands and interprets research protocols and procedures.
Maintains an overview of relevant research findings.
Ensures all research is undertaken according to good research practice.
Designs evaluates and implements methods and protocols for assigned research projects.
Recommends purchase of new equipment for research projects.
Writes scientific articles and manuscripts for publication and presentation.
Oversees and ensures the safe handling of radioactive and hazardous materials.
Prepares analytical reports relative to research data.
Adheres to University and unitlevel policies and procedures and safeguards University assets.
This list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be allinclusive and may be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities as necessary.
CORE QUALIFICATIONS
Masters Degree in relevant field
Minimum 3 years of relevant experience
Histology experience
DEPARTMENT ADDENDUM
Department Specific Functions:
The primary responsibility for this position is the overall operation of the Diabetes Research Institute (DRI) Histology core facility to support the research of DRI investigators. This includes preparing human and animal tissue samples by fixing processing embedding sectioning and staining on slides for microscopic examination allowing for the analysis of tissue as needed by the investigators. This requires precise handling of specimens operating specialized equipment like microtomes and stainers and adhering to strict quality control measures within a laboratory setting.
In addition to the preparation of samples for downstream analysis other duties include maintaining quality controls with regards to reagents and equipment ordering supplies as needed and general maintenance of the histology lab.
Key responsibilities include:
Specimen reception and processing:
Tissue embedding:
Microtomy:
Frozen section preparation:
Routine and special staining techniques:
Applying various stains to tissue sections to highlight specific cellular components and features for analysis.
Performing routine checks on reagents stains and equipment to maintain accuracy and consistency.
Accurately documenting specimen details staining procedures and results
Equipment maintenance:
Performing routine cleaning and maintenance of laboratory instruments.
Department Specific Qualifications
Masters degree or commensurate experience
Experience working in a histology lab
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Job Status:
Full timeEmployee Type:
StaffPay Grade:
A10Required Experience:
Senior IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
