Research Assistant II
About The Position
The Department of Microbiology and Immunology is seeking a Research Assistant II. Our research focuses on understanding the events that lead to autoimmune diseases such as systemic lupus erythematosus, and development of therapies for the prevention or treatment of autoimmune disease. The candidate will conduct experiments, collate and analyze experimental data, make graphics, maintain the mouse colonies and databases. In addition to general lab duties as assigned, the candidate will be expected to perform cell separation, use molecular and cellular techniques, work with murine (mouse) models of autoimmune disease, and prepare materials and equipment necessary for laboratory tests.
Requirements
- Associate’s degree in a related field and one (1) or more years of relevant experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Proficient in the use of computers in general and Microsoft Word and Excel.
Nice To Haves
- Small animal (mouse) husbandry experience
- Sterile technique/cell culture experience
- Experience working with mice
Responsibilities
- Conduct experiments including cell separation, experiments requiring molecular and cellular as well as sterile techniques.
- Conduct experiments involving mouse models of autoimmune disease.
- Collate and analyze experimental data.
- Make graphics.
- Maintain databases.
- Maintain mouse colonies.
- Prepare materials and equipment necessary for laboratory tests.
- Perform general lab duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Compensation will be commensurate to candidate experience.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
