*Senior Staff Research Asst

University of Oklahoma • Oklahoma City, OK

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About The Position

We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented candidate to join an NIH-funded research program investigating the brain circuits and signaling pathways that regulate metabolic and cardiovascular functions. The successful candidate will work with transgenic mouse models to conduct behavioral and physiological phenotyping, as well as histological and biochemical experiments. Prior experience with mouse handling is preferred. Background in neurobiology, physiology, molecular genetics, cell culture, or biochemical assays is a plus, but specific training will be provided. This position offers a hands-on opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge research aimed at understanding how the brain maintains body health and identifying new therapeutic targets for conditions such as obesity and diabetes.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in a Biological Science, Chemistry, Physical Science, or related field.
• 24 months research laboratory experience.
• Will accept 48 months equivalent experience in the aforementioned fields in lieu of the Bachelor's Degree, for a total of 72 months combined research assistant/technician experience.
• Working knowledge of how to handle biohazard materials or chemicals following Federal, State, and University regulations and guidelines.
• Detail oriented.
• Ability to analyze data and keep records.
• Ability to communicate verbally and in writing.
• Ability to supervise research technicians or assistants.

Nice To Haves

• Background in neurobiology, physiology, molecular genetics, cell culture, or biochemical assays.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and manage various transgenic mouse colonies.
• Assist with behavioral and physiological phenotyping in animal models.
• Perform perfusion, brain tissue dissection, sectioning, and staining.
• Conduct molecular biology, biochemical, and histological assays (e.g., PCR, Western blotting, immunohistochemistry).
• Provide assistance to a research staff by collecting and analyzing data, keeping records, conducting literature and technical research, preparing reports, and may supervise personnel.
• Collect various forms of data pertaining to the research project or projects.
• Conduct analyses of data, interpret, draw conclusions, and discuss with principal investigator.
• Present research material to fellow researchers and colleagues.
• Keep record of information obtained during research.
• Independently conduct technical research.
• Prepare various reports containing descriptive, analytical, and evaluative content that may be submitted for publication.
• Construct tests or assist in the construction of tests.
• Collaborate with other researchers.
• May supervise a staff of research technicians and/or research assistants. Delegate tasks and oversee work.
• Perform various duties as needed to successfully fulfill the function of the position.

Benefits

• The University of Oklahoma values our community's unique talents, perspectives, and experiences.
• Opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge research.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: Bachelor's degree