Research Associate

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Job Title:

Research Associate

Department:

Medicine School Biomedical Sciences Neuroscience

Research Associate who participates in planning, design, execution, and management of research projects in a foundational (basic) biological/health science research laboratory investigating transcriptional, molecular mechanisms of axon regeneration/degeneration in the Department of Neuroscience under Dr. Ilaria Palmisano; participates in developing and implementing goals and objectives of studies; designs and executes laboratory experiments; performs advanced molecular and cellular techniques; collects, analyzes and interprets research data which can include bioinformatics; assists with development and implementation of new and/or revised research methodologies and techniques; assists in coordinating and processing and analysis of data; analyzes and interprets research data; assists in analyzing datasets using tools; participates in developing and implementing analytical pipelines and workflows; maintains and manages databases; ensures data quality.

Performs analysis of literature relevant to research; assists in the preparation of research papers and manuscripts for publication and presentation at national and international conferences and workshops, and in the writing of project reports, articles and other documents; assists principal investigator in the preparation of proposals to obtain new or renewal of extramural funding in support of research.

Coordinates laboratory activities and work assignments of postdoctoral researchers, graduate and undergraduate students, and laboratory research staff; oversees, and coordinates periodic maintenance and testing of laboratory equipment; performs additional duties as assigned.

Minimum Education Required

Bachelor’s Level Degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in an appropriate biological/health science or an equivalent combination of education and experience is required. 1-3 years of relevant experience required. Ability to translate, adapt and apply academic and/or practical knowledge in the conduct of biological/health science research is required. Experience in a biological/health science research capacity is preferred. Requires successful completion of a background check; qualified candidates may be asked to complete a pre-employment physical, including a drug screen.

Function: Research and Scholarship

Sub Function: Research

Career Band: S

Career Level: S1

Additional Information:

Location:

Biomedical Research Tower (0112)

Position Type:

Regular

Scheduled Hours:

40

Shift:First Shift

Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check. A drug screen or physical may be required during the post offer process.

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