"Research Assistant - Ob/Gyn"

Scheduled Hours

40

Position Summary

Dr. Gomez-Lopez’s research is primarily focused on the immunological pathways that lead to obstetrical disorders, with the goals of improving the understanding of the mechanisms of disease and of developing methods for the early diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of pregnancy complications, with an emphasis on preterm birth. Successful candidate will also participate in translational efforts in this area. Applicants with a strong background in molecular biology, single-cell technologies, and in using rodent models are encouraged to apply.

The Research Assistant will be joining the Center for Reproductive Health Sciences within the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, the latter of which includes a number of federally funded laboratories and a strong research infrastructure in basic, translational, and clinical investigation in reproductive health.

This position assists with research studies, experiments, preparation of materials, general lab maintenance and documentation.

Job Description

Primary Duties & Responsibilities:

• Conducts research experiments and assays focused on understanding the immunological pathways that lead to obstetrical disorders.
• Evaluates laboratory research results, reports research findings and discusses project outcomes with laboratory staff, trainees, the PI and collaborators.
• Presents research in lab meetings and participates in journal clubs and data presentations.
• Performs data entry and maintains meticulous research notes and records.
• Helps with general laboratory duties, including cell culture, ordering, coordinating regulatory information, and preparing reagents.
• Complies with established safety procedures and maintains required documentation on laboratory and specimen conditions.
• Coordinates research projects with other institutions and investigators.
• Participates in developing hypotheses to be tested and ways of testing it.
• Assists with general supply/equipment orders, lab maintenance and cleaning.
• Performs literature searches on specified topics.

Working Conditions:

• Works in a laboratory environment with potential exposure to biological and chemical hazards.
• Must be physically able to wear protective equipment and to provide standard care to research animals.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by the personnel so classified. Management reserves the right to revise or amend duties at any time.

Required Qualifications

Education: Bachelor’s degree or combination of education and/or experience may substitute for minimum education.

Certifications/Professional Licenses: No specific certification/professional license is required for this position.

Work Experience: Laboratory Operations (2 Years)

Skills: Not Applicable

Driver's License: A driver's license is not required for this position.

Preferred Qualifications

Skills: Deoxyribonucleic Acid (DNA), Document Research, Immunoblots, Laboratory Processes, Mouse Dissection, Mouse Handling, Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR), Reverse Transcription Polymerase Chain Reaction (RT PCR), Scientific Research

Grade

R07-H

Salary Range

$17.10 - $29.09 / Hourly

The salary range reflects base salaries paid for positions in a given job grade across the University. Individual rates within the range will be determined by factors including one's qualifications and performance, equity with others in the department, market rates for positions within the same grade and department budget.