Research Associate II, Pathology Post Doc Fellows

Job Description:

Research Associate II performs a variety of routine and non-routine research assignments and experiments and assists with lab maintenance responsibilities. Applies molecular biology techniques to investigate host nervous system immune responses to substances of abuse and neurotropic viruses. May include future work on projects in biocontainment (BSL-3). Will be required to perform in vitro, in vivo, and ex vivo experimentation and assays. Experience in immunology, pharmacology, and/or molecular biology a plus.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in basic science or equivalent and 2 years of related experience.
• Master’s degree in basic science or equivalent and no experience required.

Specific Job Related Duties:

• Under general supervision, performs routine and non-routine research assignments and experiments of moderate complexity.
• Plans, coordinates, provides setup and conducts standard research experiments following general technical instructions.
• Prepares biological assays and conducts quantitative and qualitative analysis.
• Makes modifications to research procedures as determined by Principal Investigator.
• Maintains records of all tests performed and data collected and provides preliminary analysis of results.
• Assists in the compilation and tabulation of data and analysis of final data.
• Ensures the accurate assembly, calibration, operation and modification of a variety of laboratory equipment as defined by appropriate guidelines.
• Maintains lab for animal and environmental safety compliance.
• Maintains lab inventory of supplies and equipment.
• Performs literature searches as outlined by the Principal Investigator.
• May provide guidance to junior research staff.
• Adheres to internal controls established for department.
• Performs related duties as required.

Salary Range:

Commensurate with experience.

Preferred Skill/Competency:

• Animal Science/Care Surgery
• Biological Assays (Familiarity with PCR/qPCR, cloning, western blotting, flow cytometry and ELISAs)
• Quantitative Analysis
• Qualitative Analysis
• Data Analysis
• Tabulation of Data
• Equipment Calibration
• Technical Writing Experience
• Standard Laboratory Equipment