Research Associate

Participates in planning, design, execution, and management of research projects in a foundational (basic) biological/health science research laboratory investigating the inflammatory mechanisms of brain injury using rodent models in the Department of Neuroscience participates in developing and implementing goals and objectives of studies; designs and executes complex laboratory experiments; performs advanced molecular and cellular techniques including rodent behavioral/cognitive evaluation, fluid percussion surgery and injury, immunohistochemistry, quantitative real-time PCR, cell flow cytometry, ELISA, and standard cell culture; collects, analyzes and interprets research data; assists with development and implementation of new and/or revised research methodologies and techniques; tests experimental designs, sampling techniques, and analytical methods and make recommendations for utilization; assists in establishment of controls, criteria and research standards; performs critical analysis of literature relevant to research being undertaken; assists in the preparation of research papers and manuscripts for publication and presentation at national and 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 and Skills/Experience Required/Desired
Bachelor's degree in an appropriate biological/health science or an equivalent combination of education and experience is required. 1 year 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

Specialized: S1