Life Sciences Research Assistant â Cardiovascular Studies
Life Sciences Research Assistant â Cardiovascular Studies
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Job Description
Palo Alto Veterans Institute for Research (PAVIR) supports the nations second largest research program conducted among the VA Hospitals and is looking for a part-time Life Sciences Research Assistant. The Research Assistant will support ongoing projects aiming at elucidating the mechanisms of various cardiovascular diseases including calcific aortic valve disease coronary vasospasm and diabetes. The Research Assistant will support the research of a wet laboratory under the direction of the Principal Investigator - Ian Y. Chen MD PhD Assistant Professor in Cardiovascular Medicine and Radiology at Stanford University.
Duties include performing basic molecular and cell biology experiments on biological tissues stem cells and their derivatives in the laboratory as well as helping to perform chart biopsy recruit patients and applying electronic devices on patients for monitoring of their heart rhythm in clinics.
Part Time: 20 hours/week
BENEFITS PAVIR is delighted to offer a robust and comprehensive employee benefits package with exceptional offerings such as sick pay policies a 401(k) with a fully vested 6% company match and 3% profit share commuter benefits wellness program employee assistance program and professional development training.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
- Daily maintenance and passaging of primary cells and pluripotent stem cells differentiation of pluripotent stem cells into endothelial cells cryopreservation of pluripotent stem cells and their derivatives;
- Digest human valve tissue with collagenase and isolate endothelial cells from human valve tissue.
- Analyze cells and tissue using molecular and cellular assays (i.e. qPCR Western blot immunofluorescence staining flow cytometry ELISA).
- Perform chart biopsy to identify and recruit study patients;
- Explain the study procedures to study patients;
- Obtain informed consent per defined protocol;
- Answer any study-related questions from the study patients;
- Apply electronic heart monitoring devices on patients;
- Assist with tracking study patients for follow-up assessments.
- Other research related duties as necessary (i.e. prepare buffers media data analysis).
QUALIFICATIONS
- Required: College-level coursework and lab work in biology;
- Valid Driver License is required for occasional travel to Stanford Campus;
- Prior experience in a research laboratory as well as experience with various biology techniques including PCR and Western blot strongly desired;
- Desired: Previous experience in a variety of research techniques/methods and follow-up data collection;
- General computer skills including Microsoft Word Excel and Outlook;
- Knowledge of laboratory safety rules and procedures;
- Knowledge of safe handling/storage of biohazardous chemicals and bloodborne pathogens;
- Some knowledge of research procedures and protocols gained through education or experience;
- Good communication skills (written and verbal);
- Ability to work independently and proactively with good organizational skills;
- Ability to work within a team context and collaborate with other lab personnel.
ABOUT PALO ALTO VETERANS INSTITUTE FOR RESEARCH (PAVIR)
PAVIR engages in the administration of funds and providing support for the conduct of research at the Veterans Affairs Palo Alto Health Care System (VAPAHCS) to find new and improved ways to combat human disease and help people with disabilities. At PAVIR we work with more than 160 uniquely talented medical scientists. Our researchers have an active appointment with the VA Palo Alto Health Care System and most maintain academic appointments with Stanford University. We recruit and retain talented employees who believe in making a difference in the lives of others through innovative health research.
PAVIR is a nonprofit foundation affiliated with the Veterans Affairs Palo Alto Health Care System (VAPAHCS). As a condition of employment all PAVIR employees are required to have an approved appointment with VA and complete a background check before they can commence work.
PAVIR is pleased to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Minorities Women Veterans and Individuals with a Disability are encouraged to apply. We welcome and encourage diversity in the workplace regardless of race color religion age gender sexual orientation national origin disability status protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. If you need special assistance or an accommodation to apply for a posted position please contact - Human Resources department.
Employment Type
Part-Time
