Senior Staff Research Asst

We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented candidate to join an NIH-funded research program investigating the brain circuits and signaling pathways that regulate metabolic and cardiovascular functions. The successful candidate will work with transgenic mouse models to conduct behavioral and physiological phenotyping as well as histological and biochemical experiments. Prior experience with mouse handling is preferred. Background in neurobiology physiology molecular genetics cell culture or biochemical assays is a plus but specific training will be provided. This position offers a hands-on opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge research aimed at understanding how the brain maintains body health and identifying new therapeutic targets for conditions such as obesity and diabetes.

Duties:

• Maintain and manage various transgenic mouse colonies.
• Assist with behavioral and physiological phenotyping in animal models.
• Perform perfusion brain tissue dissection sectioning and staining.
• Conduct molecular biology biochemical and histological assays (e.g. PCR Western blotting immunohistochemistry).
• Provides assistance to a research staff by collecting and analyzing data keeping records conducting literature and technical research preparing reports and may supervise personnel.
• Collects various forms of data pertaining to the research project or projects. Conducts analyses of data. Interprets draws conclusions and discusses with principal investigator. Presents research material to fellow researchers and colleagues.
• Keeps record of information obtained during research. May include a database of information or hard files.
• Independently conducts technical research.
• Prepares various reports containing descriptive analytical and evaluative content that may be submitted for publication.
• Constructs tests or assists in the construction of tests.
• Collaborates with other researchers.
• May supervise a staff of research technicians and/or research assistants. Delegates tasks and oversees work.
• Performs various duties as needed to successfully fulfill the function of the position.

Required Education: Bachelors Degree in a Biological Science Chemistry Physical Science or related field.

• 24 months research laboratory experience.

Equivalency/Substitution: Will accept 48 months equivalent experience in the aforementioned fields in lieu of the Bachelors Degree for a total of 72 months combined research assistant/technician experience.

Skills:

• Working knowledge of how to handle biohazard materials or chemicals following Federal State and University regulations and guidelines.
• Detail oriented.
• Ability to analyze data and keep records.
• Ability to communicate verbally and in writing.
• Ability to supervise research technicians or assistants.

Working Conditions:

• Physical:
  • Standing for prolonged periods.
  • Manual dexterity.
  • Stoop bend crouch or lift up to 25 pounds.
  • Speaking and listening.
• Environmental:
  • Laboratory Environment.
  • May be exposed to biohazardous materials chemicals odors or carcinogens.

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