Associate Scientist
About The Position
The Lewis Katz School of Medicine’s Center for Metabolic Disease Research is searching for a highly motivated Associate Scientist with a strong Cardiovascular, Molecular, and Cellular Biology background. The successful candidate should perform experiments based on predetermined research protocols and objectives. Autonomously manages day-to-day research activities requiring in-depth technical knowledge and experience in a specific area or discipline. Designs and executes experimental protocols for assigned projects. Serves as an authoritative source on research practices, precedents, theory, and principles. Our laboratory has long-standing and productive research projects to study the role of vascular remodeling and inflammation.
Requirements
- PhD in biology, molecular biology, or MD degree or a related field, and at least four years of postdoc research experience. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
- Demonstrated ability in literary searching, designing, and conducting experiments, precise record keeping meeting NIH standards, data analyzing, and interpretation for assigned project(s).
- Demonstrated ability to keep precise records and use appropriate statistical analysis tools to analyze data.
- Excellent technique and experience in primary mammalian cell culture, molecular cloning, RNA/DNA purification, site-directed mutagenesis, protein extraction, immunohistochemistry, Western blot analysis, and ELISA.
- Demonstrated ability to work with mice in a research setting. Demonstrated ability to maintain mouse colonies, including tagging and genotyping.
- Ability to work with genetically modified mouse models and disease models.
- Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain IACUC and/or IBC protocols.
- Ability to operate all standard laboratory and office equipment.
- Demonstrated computer skills and proficiency with MS Office Suite and data analysis and presentation software (Prizm, Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator, Image J, etc.).
- Must be highly collaborative, self-motivated, results-focused, team-oriented, with excellent attention to detail.
- Ability to work in a team environment with excellent interpersonal skills, along with the ability to interact with a diverse population of students, faculty, and staff.
- Strong written and oral communication skills.
Responsibilities
- Autonomously manages day-to-day research activities requiring in-depth technical knowledge and experience in cardiovascular or related research fields.
- Designs and executes experimental protocols for assigned projects.
- Performs experiments based on predetermined research protocols and objectives, collects, analyzes, and presents data.
- Supervises students and/or other trainees in the lab and ensures all projects are completed promptly.
- Establishes policies and procedures for the lab to adhere to University and NIH policies and ensures lab members adhere to all policies.
- Responsible for maintenance of lab stock (mouse lines, plasmids, bacteria stock, antibodies, etc.) and lab regulatory document keeping.
- Maintains laboratory equipment in good order, places lab orders, and maintains accurate records.
- Assists in grant and manuscript preparation.
- Assists regulatory protocol, including but not limited to IACUC, IBC, and IRB, preparation, and submission.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Full medical, dental, vision coverage
- Paid time off
- 9 Federally Observed Paid Holidays
- 3 Personal Days
- Tuition remission - eligible employees and their dependents can obtain a degree TUITION FREE
- A generous retirement plan
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
Number of Employees
1-10 employees
