Research Associate 1 - Hourly

Louisiana State University

4d•Onsite

About The Position

An NIH-funded research associate position is available in the laboratory of Dr. Chen in the Department of Biological Sciences at Louisiana State University. The Chen Lab studies how Staphylococcus aureus manipulates host immune systems in pathogenesis and colonization. The successful candidate will work on fundamental questions involving host-pathogen interactions and will need to be hardworking, enthusiastic, highly motivated, and organized, with strong time and project management skills. The position involves developing knowledge of relevant literature; designing, conducting, and documenting experiments, including animal handling and experiments; communicating findings through publications and presentations; safely handling equipment and contributing to laboratory upkeep; and helping train and supervise junior staff and students as appropriate. The position is safety- and security-sensitive, emergency-essential, and subject to applicable background and research-related screenings. Candidates must have valid U.S. work authorization at hire and maintain it throughout employment.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Microbiology, Biochemistry, Biological Sciences, or a related field, with specific experience in Microbiology.
Advanced academic integrity and rigor; hardworking; honest and accurate reporting.
Proficient English writing and verbal skills, communication skills, critical thinking and problem solving, and note- and record-keeping skills.
Valid U.S. work authorization at the time of hire and maintained throughout employment.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree in Microbiology.
Specific experience in mouse handling or experience with mouse models, or willingness to work with mouse models.
Time management and project management skills.

Responsibilities

Work semi-independently and collaboratively to develop knowledge of literature in the subject area.
Design and control experiments for the project, including animal handling and experiments.
Maintain accurate records of experiments and conclusions in accordance with the group's standards and meet agreed-upon deadlines.
Draft publications arising from the work and prepare and deliver presentations on relevant research findings within the team.
Handle laboratory equipment safely and considerately, assist with general laboratory upkeep, promptly report safety issues, and comply with health and safety regulations.
Contribute to the day-to-day training and supervision of junior staff and undergraduate and/or graduate students, as appropriate.
Undertake other reasonable tasks and responsibilities within the scope and grading of the post.