Overview
The Research Assistant I will assist in the execution of scientific studies interrogating cell-type specific epigenetic mechanisms in the developing brain after early life exercise, and other environmental experiences. The Research Assistant I is able to help with day-to-day operations of the lab, carry out or assist other personnel with experiments, assist with collecting and analyzing data, and supervising the work of undergraduates.
Responsibilities
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Help maintain animal colonies, which includes: obtain samples for genotyping, carry out PCR-basedgenotyping, maintain accurate records of genotypes and breeding, and manage supply of breeders and micerequired for experiments.
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Carry out experiments in rodents, using experimental treatments and surgical techniques, post-operative care,behavioral studies and euthanasia, in accordance with ACUC-approved protocols and the Guide for the Care andUse of Experimental Animals.
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Carry out studies using methods such as histopathology, immunohistochemistry, or single moleculefluorescence in-situ hybridization: prepare tissue sections and process according to protocols.
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Oversee undergraduates in data collection, analysis theory and implementation.
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Analyze data with Microsoft Excel and statistics packages such as GraphPad Prism and SPSS.
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Assist with the design and planning of experiments, using above/other methods.
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Help prepare publications, grants, presentations, and posters.
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Work cooperatively with others in the laboratory to carry out collaborative research.
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Enhance professional growth and development through attending conferences, educational programs, inservice meetings, workshops, seminars.
Qualifications
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Training on animal surgical techniques and post-operative care is preferred.
EDUCATION:
- BA/BS required. Bachelor’s degree in biology, chemistry, physics, or subfield preferred.
EXPERIENCE:
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Previous laboratory training and experience in any field of science is required.
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Ability to learn new skills on the job including rodent behavior tasks, rodent surgeries, histology, setting uprunning wheel apparatuses, maintain low stress environment for pups.
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Must possess knowledge of and experience with chemical and neurobiological techniques.
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Two years’ experience with molecular biology, histological and histochemical techniques is preferred.
Minimum pay range
USD $36,226.94/Yr.
Maximum pay range
USD $58,630.00/Yr.
Vacancy ID 11078
Pos. Category Research
Job Location : Street 707 N Broadway
# of Hours 40.00
Job Locations US-MD-Baltimore
Pos. Type Regular Full Time
Department : Name Neuroscience Research
Equal Opportunity Provider & Employer M/F/Disability/ProtectedVet
