Research Assistant 1 - GI Medicine (Choski Lab)
About The Position
Discover Vanderbilt University Medical Center: Located in Nashville, Tennessee, and operating at a global crossroads of teaching, discovery, and patient care, VUMC is a community of individuals who come to work each day with the simple aim of changing the world. It is a place where your expertise will be valued, your knowledge expanded, and your abilities challenged. Vanderbilt Health is committed to an environment where everyone has the chance to thrive and where your uniqueness is sought and celebrated. It is a place where employees know they are part of something that is bigger than themselves, take exceptional pride in their work and never settle for what was good enough yesterday. Vanderbilt’s mission is to advance health and wellness through preeminent programs in patient care, education, and research. Organization: GI Medicine Research Job Summary: We are seeking a motivated and enthusiastic Research Assistant I to join our team. This is an excellent entry-level opportunity for individuals looking to launch a career in biomedical or life sciences research. This is a full-time, paid position (40 hours/week). Dr. Choksi's laboratory focuses on esophageal inflammation and cancer.
Requirements
- B.S./B.A. in physical/life sciences or related field
- Comfort with or willingness to work with laboratory mice (including physical handling and euthanasia)
- Strong work ethic and eagerness to learn new techniques and protocols
- Collaborative mindset and ability to work effectively as part of a team
- Attention to detail and ability to follow written and verbal instructions
Nice To Haves
- Prior research experience preferred but not required — we will train the best fit candidate
Responsibilities
- Perform animal husbandry duties, including handling, monitoring, and experimentally manipulating laboratory mice
- Maintain accurate, detailed records of animal health, experimental procedures, and observations
- Support other team members with data collection and analysis
- Assist with day-to-day laboratory operations and ongoing research projects
- Follow all institutional animal care as well as biological and chemical safety protocols
- Contribute positively to a collaborative, collegial, and productive lab environment
Benefits
- Hands-on training in laboratory and animal care techniques
- Mentorship from experienced researchers—both physician and basic scientists
- Opportunity to contribute to meaningful scientific work
- A supportive, team-oriented lab culture
- health, disability, retirement and/or wellness offerings
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
