Preclinical Laboratory Researcher

Goldbelt, Inc.•Silver Springs, NY

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About The Position

Goldbelt Apex, part of the Healthcare Technology Transformation Group, is a data-focused company focused on process and quality and on building systems that help healthcare organizations communicate and exchange data across systems and devices. The Preclinical Laboratory Researcher conducts original preclinical research supporting the military medical mission of Blast-Induced Neurotrauma research. The work covers behavior, pathophysiology, molecular mechanisms, and laboratory maintenance, and includes applying scientific literature and appropriate research methods; collecting, managing, and statistically analyzing data; and coordinating research activities.

Requirements

At least 3–5 years of experience in preclinical laboratory research.
Ability to work in a laboratory environment with animal subjects.
Experience with animal handling, aseptic procedures, and surgical techniques.
Experience with surgical, histological wet-lab, and experimental techniques.
Experience preparing tissue for light microscopy and using relevant software applications for data analysis.
Proficiency in data collection, management, and statistical analysis.
Experience coordinating research projects, including designing experiments and directing research staff.
Strong understanding of neurobehavioral and physiological assessments.
Proficiency in various surgical and experimental techniques.
Excellent literature review and scientific writing skills.
Ability to coordinate and lead research projects.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Effective communication and collaboration abilities.
Must be able to obtain a government CAC.

Nice To Haves

Ph.D. in Neuroscience, Neurobiology, or a related field is preferred.
Familiarity with military medical research objectives.

Responsibilities

Develop research proposals aligned with the military medical mission of Blast-Induced Neurotrauma research.
Prepare written animal-use and/or human-subject protocols for research objectives.
Navigate the WRAIR Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee (IACUC) and Human Use Review Committee (HURC) to obtain protocol approvals.
Conduct literature reviews and prepare summary reports relevant to ongoing research in blast TBI and polytrauma.
Coordinate research projects, including experiment design, directing research staff, and collaborating with other researchers.
Provide subject matter expertise in traumatic brain injury and polytrauma.
Perform routine and specialized surgical procedures on animal subjects.
Evaluate neuroprotective pharmacological therapies using various outcome measures.
Perform quantitative analytical assessments of molecular and cellular responses to stressors and injuries.