Research Associate, Clinical Research, Research Scientist

The Research Associate 3 (RA3) will plan, organize, and conduct highly independent research under the direction of the Histopathology Microscopy Core Director. The RA3 is responsible for the scientific operations of the laboratory and may train and supervise junior level staff members.

The RA3 will manage and perform Histology Technician duties for the Core lab to include tissue processing, sectioning, advanced detection, imaging, and analysis of gene and protein dynamics in cellular models and normal and cancer tissues from research animals or from patients for all cancer researchers, as well as histochemical and immunohistochemical methodologies to determine protein expression, localization and interactions between viral and cellular proteins.

The RA3 is expected to analyze, summarize and organize collected data, purchase supplies and recommend purchase of new equipment for research projects. The RA3 may also draft, edit, and/or publish results in professional journals.

Posting Number: U01618P

Number of Vacancies: 1

Desired

Start Date:

Not specified

Open Until Filled:
Yes

• Education:
  
  Bachelor's in Basic Science, Health Science, or related field.
• Experience:
  
  Minimum five years of research and/or clinical related experience.
• Certifications/Licenses:
  None specified.
• Experience years: 5 years.
• Experience type: research and/or clinical related.
• Substitution:
  Master’s Degree may substitute for three years of experience or PhD;
  Degrees in other fields may be considered with previous research-related experience.

• Education:
  
  Preferred education not specified.
• Experience:
  
  Histology and/or Pathology experience.

LSU Health New Orleans seeks candidates who will contribute to a climate where students, faculty, and staff of all identities and backgrounds have equitable access and success opportunities. As an equal opportunity employer, we welcome all to apply without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, physical or mental disability, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

LSU Health New Orleans is also designated as a State As a Model Employer (SAME) agency and provides assistance to persons needing accommodations or with the accessibility of materials. For those seeking such accommodations or assistance related to this search, we encourage you to contact the Office of Human Resource Management HRMADA

Comprehensive benefits are available to eligible employees and their dependents including health, life, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; retirement plans; generous annual and sick leave; 14 paid holidays per year; and an employee health primary care clinic.

Other employee benefits include a full-service credit union, wellness benefits featuring complimentary fitness center membership for employees and their spouses, employee assistance program, campus assistance program, and pet insurance option.

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * Which of the following will best describe your earned degree and work experience by start date?
  • A Bachelor's Degree in basic health, health science or related field AND at least five (5) years of Clinical and/or research experience
  • A Master's Degree with at least two (2) years of Clinical and/or research experience
  • PhD
  • None of the above