Research Assistant Anesthesia, Smith Lab
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2 days ago
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1 Vacancy
Job Summary
The Research Assistant will work in a research lab focused on the acute inflammation and endothelial response to acute surgical stress. Clinical outcomes of interest include postoperative acute kidney injury and delirium. Study techniques include clinical studies of surgical patients in vivo mechanistic studies (mice) and in vitro human primary cell experiments. The successful candidate should have experience in an academic medical-science focused laboratory with a wet-lab component along with excellent record keeping ability and organization skills. Prior experience with wet-lab methods including but not limited to next-generation sequencing and data analysis spatial transcriptomic sequencing and analysis single-cell studies cell culture DNA/RNA work and animal husbandry (mice) is highly desired but not a requirement.
What you will do:
Read and understand existing experiments in support of ongoing research projects based on knowledge of scientific theory. Interpret and perform analyses of results
Review literature on an ongoing basis to remain current with new procedures and related research
Offer suggestions regarding modifications to procedures and protocols
Contribute to publication of findings as needed. Participate in the preparation of written documents including procedures presentations and proposals
Assist with general lab maintenance as needed; assist with maintaining lab stock assist with management of chemical inventory and safety records and provide general lab support as needed
For a full job description please send an e-mail to the contact listed below.
About The Department of Anesthesia:
The Department of Anesthesia provides exceptional patient experiences and a positive work environment through excellence compassionate care continuous improvement innovative research and collaborative learning.
What you will need:
Required Qualifications:
Bachelors Degree in related scientific field
General understanding of scientific principles.
Demonstrated ability to apply theoretical knowledge of science principals to problem solve work
General computer skills and ability to quickly learn computer programs databases and scientific applications
Excellent organizational skills and demonstrated ability to accurately complete detailed work
Desired Qualifications:
A Bachelor of Science related to molecular medicine or related discipline or equivalent experience
Two years experience
Experience in wet-lab methods
A reference from the principal investigator on the applicants work during their most recent laboratory experience
Experimental design execution of plan and presentation of data to team
Utilization of good documentation practices
Dual Postings:
The department intends to hire for one position from either: Research Assistant Anesthesia Smith Lab # or Research Associate Anesthesia Smith Lab # based on the qualifications of the successful candidate. Please apply to the specific position for which you wish to be considered or both.
Position and Application details:
In order to be considered for an interview applicants must upload the following documents and mark them as a Relevant File to the submission:
Resume
Cover Letter
Job openings are posted for a minimum of 7 calendar days and may be removed from posting and filled any time after the original posting period has ended.
Successful candidates will be required to self-disclose any conviction history and will be subject to a criminal background check and credential/education verification. Up to 5 professional references will be requested at a later step in the recruitment process.
This position is not eligible for University sponsorship for employment authorization.
For additional questions please contact Charlie Miner at
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