Research Associate II - Neurosurgery

Overview

Under the supervision of the Principal Investigator (PI), the Staff Research Associate II (SRA II) will independently work on and initiate projects that relate to basic/translational neuro-immunology and brain tumor immunotherapy. This will include surgeries on rodent brain tumor models, drug administration, blood sampling and genotyping. They will also utilize a variety of molecular and biochemical techniques including western blotting, multiplexing, ELISAs and immunohistochemistry, as well as next generation sequencing analysis.

They will also be responsible for the supervision and training of laboratory assistants and students, and participation in lab maintenance. This is a 100% career position with the opportunity for advancement and promotion within the series rank.

Salary Range: $30.32 - $48.78/Hourly

• Independently work on and initiate projects related to basic/translational neuro-immunology and brain tumor immunotherapy under the supervision of the PI, including surgeries on rodent brain tumor models, drug administration, blood sampling and genotyping.
• Utilize molecular and biochemical techniques such as western blotting, multiplexing, ELISAs and immunohistochemistry, and perform next generation sequencing analysis.
• Supervise and train laboratory assistants and students; participate in laboratory maintenance.
• Contribute to research activities and collaborations as part of a 100% career position with opportunities for advancement within the series rank.

Required:

• Knowledge of laboratory equipment (centrifuge, incubators, plate reader, preparation of reagents).
• Experience using MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Prism.
• Reliable, able to work independently, organized, with attention to detail and ability to multitask, manage changing priorities, and meet deadlines.
• Demonstrated skill in routine lab techniques including Western blots, ELISA, IHC, colorimetry assays, microscopy.
• Aptitude and willingness to work with animal models (mouse).
• Organizational aptitude to maintain all records accurately and completely.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to communicate diplomatically and effectively with faculty, peers, patients, physicians, collaborators, researchers, administrators, and University faculty and staff.
• Ability to learn new laboratory techniques and equipment as needed.

Preferred:

• B.S./M.S. in molecular biology or neuroscience or related field with 2 years minimum experience.
• Ability to work overtime and on weekends if necessary.
• Experience in working with human specimens.
• Knowledge of immunotherapy techniques.
• Knowledge of bioinformatic analysis of next generation sequencing data.
• Proficiency in small animal surgery.