Research Assistant I

The Research Assistant I position will include operating laboratory equipment, performing experiments including, but not limited to, molecular and cellular biology, in vivo approaches using murine models; analyzing research materials including published scientific literature; collecting, organizing, analyzing and presenting data; assisting the lab investigator in writing summaries of acquired data, and helping manage inventories and stock supplies. Conduct wet bench experiments designed by the laboratory investigator and assist lab members with their experiments. Perform RT-qPCR, Western blot, molecular cloning, flow cytometry, tissue culture work, immunofluorescence, confocal imaging, harvest primary cells, work with murine models, maintain murine colonies, and prepare data for these studies. Perform dry bench work such as data Analysis, presentation, and management. Use Excel and Prism to statistically analyze and present data. Assist with providing data and figures for manuscripts with the investigator. Maintain all supplies to make sure required materials are stocked. Receive and properly handle reagents. Perform maintenance and troubleshooting on scientific equipment. Perform all other duties as assigned.