Life Sciences Lab Assistant – Cardiovascular Research

Palo Alto Veterans Institute for Research (PAVIR) supports the nations second largest research program conducted among the VA Hospitals and is looking for a full-time Life Sciences Lab Assistant. The Life Sciences Lab Assistant position is located at the VA Palo Alto Medical Center and calls for a highly motivated intelligent responsible conscientious and detail-oriented individual who is interested in conducting cardiovascular research. The successful candidate should be a quick learner who enjoys acquiring new skills advancing projects independently and collaboratively. The ideal candidate should have prior experience in human cell culture standard molecular biology techniques and general mouse handling.

BENEFITS

PAVIR offers generous benefits including comprehensive health insurance vision dental 14 paid holidays paid vacation time sick pay a 401(k) with a fully vested 6% company match and 3% profit share a wellness program commuter benefits and professional development training. Plus we pay for life short-term disability and long-term disability insurance. Full time hours are 40 hours a week.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assist with the production maintenance and of human valve cells.
• Cellular analysis assistance including immunohistochemistry flow cytometry RNA isolation qPCR western blots.
• Assist with feeding mice and performing mouse echocardiography.
• Assisting with monitoring and managing supplies.
• Aiding with the generation of media and stock solutions.
• Following and ensuring compliance with institutional and federal guidelines in health safety and animal regulations.
• Preparing figures and protocols.
• Other tasks as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Required: Undergraduate student;
• 0-1 year undergraduate related research or lab experience;
• Desired: Area of study in Biological Sciences Bioengineering or related disciplines;
• More than 1 year research lab experience;
• Willingness to work with animals and human tissues;
• Strong organizational skills work ethic ability to multi-task and meet deadlines;
• Ability to work independently as well as with others as a team in a productive manner;
• Cover letter providing additional information and explaining your qualifications interests and career goals is desired.

ABOUT PALO ALTO VETERANS INSTITUTE FOR RESEARCH (PAVIR)

PAVIR facilitates research and education activities conducted at the VA Palo Alto Health Care System. At PAVIR we work with more than 160 uniquely talented medical scientists. We recruit and retain talented employees who believe in making a difference in the lives of others through innovative health research.

READY TO JOIN OUR RESEARCH TEAM

If you feel that you would be right for this job please fill out our initial 3-minute mobile-friendly application. We look forward to meeting you!

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 VAPAHCS 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.

Required Experience:

Junior IC