Research Associate 2
Description:
The Department of Medicine has an exciting opportunity for a Full-time Research Associate 2 to work on the UHealth Campus. The Research Associate 2 contributes to the University’s research activities under the supervision of senior staff. Moreover, the incumbent understands, interprets, and complies with research policies and protocols.
Investigate the molecular and cellular biology of how insulin producing cells grow and die and how they adapt to diabetogenic conditions.
Islet culture and maintenance, mouse colony maintenance, dissection and physiological experiments with rodents.
Operates laboratory equipment; contributes to laboratory maintenance.
Perform a variety of complex technical duties involved in conducting physical, chemical, biological and other research laboratory tests, experiments and determinations to obtain data for research purposes.
Compile, analyze, document and draw tentative conclusions from experimental results.
Confer with principal investigator to review work assignments and develop plans for research experiments.
Publish research outcomes in appropriate journals of international standing and to publish and disseminate the result of research in other reputable outlets.
Prepares reports of research results for public presentation through seminars and conferences.
Keep detailed records of animal genres, date of birth, weight, growth rate, litter number and weaning dates for all mice lineages.
Maintain lab supplies inventory, determine inventory level, placing and expediting orders for supplies and verifying receipt of supplies
This list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities as necessary.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor’s Degree in relevant field
Minimum 2 years of relevant experience
Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills
Knowledge of Microsoft Office is required
Ability to write research reports and papers
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Any appropriate combination of relevant education, experience and/or certifications may be considered.
