Research Analyst, Internal Medicine Department, Kirk Kerkorian School of Medicine[R0151567]

Nevada System of Higher Education

13d•Onsite

About The Position

The University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV) invites applications for a Research Analyst position within the Internal Medicine Department of the Kirk Kerkorian School of Medicine. The selected individual will be responsible for performing and analyzing echocardiographic studies on anesthetized mice, rats, and other research animals to assess cardiovascular disease using an advanced ultrasound system. This includes acquiring, storing, and analyzing cardiac anatomy and function data using M-mode, 2D, and Doppler methods. The role also involves acquiring and analyzing physiological data to generate quantitative information in pathological models, such as animals with heart attacks and heart failure. The Research Analyst will modify echo protocols and optimize techniques as needed. Additionally, they will perform histological tissue processing and immunostaining studies, which may involve protocol modifications and antibody titer optimization. Molecular studies to elucidate complex signaling pathways may also be required. The position demands the ability to work independently on research projects with limited supervision and to perform duties in compliance with federal and state laws and UNLV IACUC regulations.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university in an applicable field of training (e.g., Public Health, Anthropology, Sociology, Psychology or similar fields of Social Sciences).
1-3 years of related experience.
1-3 years of experience with small animal echocardiography.
Extensive experience with cardiac ultrasound procedures on mice.
Significant past experience with basic research, especially in the cardiovascular field.

Nice To Haves

Experience with echocardiography in species other than mice is preferred.
3-5 years of experience with echocardiography in mice.

Responsibilities

Perform and analyze echocardiographic studies on anesthetized mice, rats, and other research animals to assess cardiovascular disease using an advanced ultrasound system.
Acquire, store, and analyze cardiac anatomy and function data using M-mode, 2D, and Doppler methods.
Acquire and analyze physiological data to generate quantitative information in pathological models, including animals with heart attacks and heart failure.
Modify echo protocols and optimize techniques as needed.
Perform histological tissue processing and immunostaining studies, which may require modification of specific steps in the protocol and antibody titer optimization.
Perform molecular studies to elucidate complex signaling pathways, as needed.
Work independently on research projects with limited need for guidance and direction.
Perform duties within the scope of the position while following federal and state laws and UNLV IACUC regulations.