Research Assistant 1 (1 year term)
About The Position
Working under moderate supervision, the Research Assistant 1 will perform laboratory-based tests in COVID, sepsis, malaria, sickle cell disease, and thalassemia. The research assistant will assist in laboratory assays for sepsis and hemolysis for mouse surgeries. The research assistant will learn and use real-time immunophenotyping assay platforms such as use of whole blood ELISpot assay currently in development, to evaluate response of therapeutics from an in vitro translational model, mouse models of sepsis, and conduct biochemical assays on samples from patients and animals. This position will work with animals. This is a one-year term position.
Requirements
- Bachelor¿s degree in science and 0 to 1 year of experience or Associate's degree in an approved biotechnology program and 0 to 2 years of experience required.
- Has knowledge of commonly-used concepts, practices, and procedures within an immunology laboratory. This includes pipetting, use of a multiplate reader, making molar solutions, and understanding basics of ELISA and ElIspot.
- Ability to rely on instructions and pre-established guidelines to perform the functions of the job.
- Ability to operate laboratory equipment including flow cytometry, ELISpot, microplate reader, microscopy, and animal surgery anesthesia equipment.
- Demonstrated history of successful support, education, and advocacy for all students, aligned with the values, mission, and messaging of the university, while adhering to the staff policy on conflict of commitment and interest.
- Ability to meet consistent attendance.
- Ability to interact with colleagues, supervisors and customers face to face.
- Must demonstrate compliance with Case Western Reserve University animal research and care (ARC) policies and procedures and compliance to regulations of the Animal Welfare Act, Public Health Service Policy, AAALAC guidelines and other applicable regulatory guidelines.
- Must demonstrate compassion for animals within Case Western Reserve University facilities and dedication to the Animal Resource Center's mission. Must handle animals with care and respect at all times.
Nice To Haves
- Previous experience working with animals preferred.
Responsibilities
- Perform research work in a medical and related technical areas using lab skills, and assist in laboratory assays for sepsis and hemolysis for mouse surgeries. This includes setting up, shadowing and assisting with daily experiments, ELISpot, ELISA, and other biochemical assays. (75%)
- Conduct descriptive analyses of samples. Record results for a particular experiment or closely related series of experiments using GraphPad prism data entry, sigmaplot, and Microsoft Excel. (7%)
- Maintain records from each experiment in a laboratory notebook. Provide basic analyses including data presentation to the principal investigator. (6%)
- Maintain test equipment such as flow cytometry, ELISpot, microplate reader, microscopy, and animal surgery anesthesia equipment, utilized in experiments. (6%)
- Order laboratory supplies for experiments in consultation with senior laboratory staff. (6%)
- Perform other duties as assigned. (<1%)
Benefits
- Employees receive more than just a paycheck. University employees enjoy a comprehensive benefits package that includes excellent healthcare, retirement plans, tuition assistance, paid time off, and a winter recess.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Industry
Educational Services
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
