The J. Nicholas Cochran laboratory uses genomic approaches to answer genomic questions relevant to neuroscience. We focus on neurodegenerative diseases with an emphasis on Alzheimers disease and other dementias though other projects related to neuropsychiatric diseases such as bipolar disorder and basic science projects on the function of the genome in the brain are also of interest. Therefore while not required subject area familiarity and/or interest in genetics genomics neuroscience neuropsychiatric diseases and/or neurodegenerative diseases is desirable. Project areas include the study of gene regulation for genes implicated in disease novel analysis approaches for associating genetic variation with disease genome-wide approaches relevant to disease and genome function in the brain more broadly.
POSITION SUMMARY
The Research Associate II serves in a dual role supporting the laboratorys research mission. This position carries out research protocols as determined by the Principal Investigator while simultaneously coordinating the daily operations of the laboratory. The individual in this role ensures both the scientific integrity of research outcomes and the efficient functioning of laboratory facilities creating an environment conducive to high-quality research.
The Research Associate must understand laboratory procedures and addition to a general understanding of the research projects overall objectives the Research Associate II must understand the tactical methodology outlined by the Sr. Scientist during supervision. The Research Associate II communicates progress and advises on any issues that arise. The Research Associate II will allocate 60-70% of their time to research activities with the remaining time to laboratory coordination.
Research Associates may work directly with materials or with data.
JOB-SPECIFIC TASKS
Research Responsibilities (70% of time)
Execute hands-on laboratory work and research assignments according to protocols established by the lead investigator
Work directly with materials and/or data as assigned by the project
Follow procedures exactly as outlined ensuring consistency of research practices and integrity of project outcomes
Provide feedback in the case that procedures are not producing expected results
Immediately review initial outcomes for quality and consistency
Maintain an accurate and up-to-date laboratory notebook or track work as required by the project or supervisor
Support laboratory safety compliance and ensure adherence to proper laboratory procedures
Train and assist new laboratory members in laboratory safety and basic molecular techniques
Coordinate basic laboratory infrastructure needs
EDUCATION AND REQUIRED SKILLS EXPERIENCE
Bachelors degree in a STEM field 2-3 years of relevant laboratory experience or Masters degree in a STEM field with demonstrated laboratory competency
Meticulous attention to detail both in actual laboratory practice and in documentation
Excellent laboratory skills including proficiency in pipetting documentation and procedure (clinical sterile or molecular depending on the needs of the laboratory)
Meticulous attention to detail both in actual laboratory practice and in documentation
Excellent laboratory skills including proficiency in pipetting documentation and procedure (clinical sterile or molecular depending on the needs of the laboratory)
Ability to accurately convert measurements as required
Ability to understand protocols clarify as needed and perform protocols with consistency as demonstrated through previous laboratory experience
Ability to operate basic equipment (PCR machine gel electrophoresis tabletop centrifuge etc.) and troubleshoot basic problems
While not required experience with mammalian cell culture is preferred
Experience with Google Workspace (Gmail Sheets Docs)
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The J. Nicholas Cochran laboratory uses genomic approaches to answer genomic questions relevant to neuroscience. We focus on neurodegenerative diseases with an emphasis on Alzheimers disease and other dementias though other projects related to neuropsychiatric diseases such as bipolar disorder and basic science projects on the function of the genome in the brain are also of interest. Therefore while not required subject area familiarity and/or interest in genetics genomics neuroscience neuropsychiatric diseases and/or neurodegenerative diseases is desirable. Project areas include the study of gene regulation for genes implicated in disease novel analysis approaches for associating genetic variation with disease genome-wide approaches relevant to disease and genome function in the brain more broadly.
POSITION SUMMARY
The Research Associate II serves in a dual role supporting the laboratorys research mission. This position carries out research protocols as determined by the Principal Investigator while simultaneously coordinating the daily operations of the laboratory. The individual in this role ensures both the scientific integrity of research outcomes and the efficient functioning of laboratory facilities creating an environment conducive to high-quality research.
The Research Associate must understand laboratory procedures and addition to a general understanding of the research projects overall objectives the Research Associate II must understand the tactical methodology outlined by the Sr. Scientist during supervision. The Research Associate II communicates progress and advises on any issues that arise. The Research Associate II will allocate 60-70% of their time to research activities with the remaining time to laboratory coordination.
Research Associates may work directly with materials or with data.
JOB-SPECIFIC TASKS
Research Responsibilities (70% of time)
Execute hands-on laboratory work and research assignments according to protocols established by the lead investigator
Work directly with materials and/or data as assigned by the project
Follow procedures exactly as outlined ensuring consistency of research practices and integrity of project outcomes
Provide feedback in the case that procedures are not producing expected results
Immediately review initial outcomes for quality and consistency
Maintain an accurate and up-to-date laboratory notebook or track work as required by the project or supervisor
Support laboratory safety compliance and ensure adherence to proper laboratory procedures
Train and assist new laboratory members in laboratory safety and basic molecular techniques
Coordinate basic laboratory infrastructure needs
EDUCATION AND REQUIRED SKILLS EXPERIENCE
Bachelors degree in a STEM field 2-3 years of relevant laboratory experience or Masters degree in a STEM field with demonstrated laboratory competency
Meticulous attention to detail both in actual laboratory practice and in documentation
Excellent laboratory skills including proficiency in pipetting documentation and procedure (clinical sterile or molecular depending on the needs of the laboratory)
Meticulous attention to detail both in actual laboratory practice and in documentation
Excellent laboratory skills including proficiency in pipetting documentation and procedure (clinical sterile or molecular depending on the needs of the laboratory)
Ability to accurately convert measurements as required
Ability to understand protocols clarify as needed and perform protocols with consistency as demonstrated through previous laboratory experience
Ability to operate basic equipment (PCR machine gel electrophoresis tabletop centrifuge etc.) and troubleshoot basic problems
While not required experience with mammalian cell culture is preferred
Experience with Google Workspace (Gmail Sheets Docs)
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