WAE - Research Associate 1

Louisiana State University • Baton Rouge, LA

48d • Onsite

About The Position

The WAE RA1 employee will perform animal health monitoring, tissue sample collection, DNA sample extraction, genotyping by PCR and flow cytometry, and phenotype analysis. The goal of the overall research project is to understand molecular and cellular immune regulatory mechanism during microbial infection and the role of microbiota in inflamamtion.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in related field.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's degree in related field; and 1+ years of related experience.

Responsibilities

• Learn and assist in lab techniques under the direction of the PI, utilizing molecular biology and animal science (PCR, molecular cloning, cell isolation and analysis, animal handling) to study immune responses to symbiotic and pathogenic microbes.
• Assist in major projects led by graduate students and postdoctoral scientists in the lab, including sample processing, data recording, ordering, inventory, housekeeping, and other relevance research assistance.
• Other duties as assigned by the PI.

Benefits

• LSU offers outstanding benefits to eligible employees and their dependents including health, life, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; retirement options; various leave options; paid holidays; wellness benefits; tuition exemption for qualified positions; training and development opportunities; employee discounts; and more!

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Educational Services
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees