New River Community College
Position Details
Job Title: RESEARCH ASST II
Job Category: University Staff
Job Type: Full-Time
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Campus: Maywood-Health Sciences Campus
Department Name: DEPARTMENT OF MEDICINE
Duties and Responsibilities
Supports research projects focused on
stem cell ,
regenerative , and
lung biology
in mice and human. Planning, implementation and analysis of research projects, as instructed by Principal Investigator (PI). Managing
mouse colonies , including mouse ordering, breeding & genotyping. Assist
tissue harvesting
(lung, spleen, blood, BALF, airway), and
mouse injections , such as intraperitoneal, intravenous subcutaneous and intra-tracheal injections. Establish lung disease modeling in mice following various established injury protocols. Assists PI, research staff, and students with lab procedures and projects as needed, such as immunohistochemistry, microscopy, flow cytometry, tissue cell cultures. Maintains overall lab organization including ordering supplies, preparing reagents, monitoring equipment and compliance with safety regulations. Maintains all study records in secure files. Trouble shoots problems with methodology. Attends weekly journal clubs, department seminars and lab meetings. Performs other duties as assigned. Minimum Education and/or Work Experience
Required:
Bachelor's Degree in Biological Sciences. Preferred:
Master's Degree or higher in related fields. Minimum lab experience:
1-2 years of post-graduation job experience. Previous lab experience with tissue cell culture techniques, immunohistochemistry, flow cytometry and microscopy are strongly preferred. Ability to use Adobe Illustrator, Image J and Flowjo are strongly recommended. Qualifications
Strong interest in science with self-motivation. Fast to learn and apply new skills. Proficiency with mouse colony management and handling. Familiarity with IACUC protocol writing, amendment and ability to follow Vivarium regulations and animal study ethics. Ability to multitask and be flexible in planning, coordinating and generating mice for multiple research projects. Ability to follow existing protocols and establish new procedures following publicly available methods. Ability to function independently and manage own time and work tasks accurately and consistently. Ability to maintain confidentiality. Ability to use Microsoft Office, Prism, and other routine computer software for data analysis. An effective team player with strong interpersonal skills. Loyola University Chicago is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from diverse candidates. Loyola University Chicago is committed to providing a transformative education in the Jesuit tradition.
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Supports research projects focused on
stem cell ,
regenerative , and
lung biology
in mice and human. Planning, implementation and analysis of research projects, as instructed by Principal Investigator (PI). Managing
mouse colonies , including mouse ordering, breeding & genotyping. Assist
tissue harvesting
(lung, spleen, blood, BALF, airway), and
mouse injections , such as intraperitoneal, intravenous subcutaneous and intra-tracheal injections. Establish lung disease modeling in mice following various established injury protocols. Assists PI, research staff, and students with lab procedures and projects as needed, such as immunohistochemistry, microscopy, flow cytometry, tissue cell cultures. Maintains overall lab organization including ordering supplies, preparing reagents, monitoring equipment and compliance with safety regulations. Maintains all study records in secure files. Trouble shoots problems with methodology. Attends weekly journal clubs, department seminars and lab meetings. Performs other duties as assigned. Minimum Education and/or Work Experience
Required:
Bachelor's Degree in Biological Sciences. Preferred:
Master's Degree or higher in related fields. Minimum lab experience:
1-2 years of post-graduation job experience. Previous lab experience with tissue cell culture techniques, immunohistochemistry, flow cytometry and microscopy are strongly preferred. Ability to use Adobe Illustrator, Image J and Flowjo are strongly recommended. Qualifications
Strong interest in science with self-motivation. Fast to learn and apply new skills. Proficiency with mouse colony management and handling. Familiarity with IACUC protocol writing, amendment and ability to follow Vivarium regulations and animal study ethics. Ability to multitask and be flexible in planning, coordinating and generating mice for multiple research projects. Ability to follow existing protocols and establish new procedures following publicly available methods. Ability to function independently and manage own time and work tasks accurately and consistently. Ability to maintain confidentiality. Ability to use Microsoft Office, Prism, and other routine computer software for data analysis. An effective team player with strong interpersonal skills. Loyola University Chicago is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from diverse candidates. Loyola University Chicago is committed to providing a transformative education in the Jesuit tradition.
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