Research Specialist A
About The Position
A research specialist A is needed to help conduct and analyze experiments investigating the physiology of nuclear hormone receptors in mouse models. The research specialist will be working closely with the Principal Investigator and other lab members on publication-generating projects. The position requires the daily handling of mice, including genotyping, careful tracking and record keeping of mouse colonies, measuring body weight, and obtaining blood samples. It will also require performing experimental procedures such as Western blotting, cell culture, DNA/RNA extraction, molecular cloning, PCR, Q-PCR and ChIP. Prior experience with these techniques is desired. The research specialist will also assist with routine lab duties and other duties as assigned. Good verbal and written communication skills and ability to work with other people as a team are required. Excellent organizational and record keeping skills are necessary.
Requirements
- Bachelor of Science and 0 to 1 years of experience or equivalent combination of education and experience is required.
- Can work independently, strong communication skills (verbal and written).
- Strong multitasking abilities and a high-level of reliability and dependability.
- Excellent organizational record keeping skills are required.
Nice To Haves
- Prior experience in the following techniques is desired: Western blotting, cell culture, DNA/RNA extraction, molecular cloning, PCR and Q-PCR.
Responsibilities
- Perform mouse husbandry, including genotyping, and keep detailed records of mouse colonies.
- Perform mouse body weight measurements and collecting blood samples.
- Carry out and trouble-shoot experiments (e.g., Western blotting, cell culture, DNA/RNA extraction, molecular cloning, PCR, Q-PCR, ChIP)
- Keep a detailed lab notebook.
- Data analysis and oral and written presentation of results.
- Perform routine lab duties.
- Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
Benefits
- Comprehensive medical, prescription, behavioral health, dental, vision, and life insurance benefits
- Flexible spending accounts for health care and dependent care expenses
- Tuition assistance for employee, spouse, and dependent children
- Generous retirement plans (Basic, Matching, and Supplemental)
- Substantial amount of time away from work
- Long-Term Care Insurance
- Wellness and Work-life Resources
- Professional and Personal Development resources
- Access to a wide range of University resources as well as cultural and recreational activities
- Discounts on arts and entertainment, transportation, mortgages, goods and services
- Flexible work options
- Home ownership services (forgivable loan)
- Adoption Assistance
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
