"Research Associate 1, MS"

Overview

Department of Pediatrics - Conduct independent research including a variety of highly specialized laboratory procedures in molecular and cell biology. The main research themes are neuroinflammation, sialic acid biology, and how they intersect with metabolism-based treatments such as the ketogenic diet, neurodevelopmental disorders (especially, autism and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder), pediatric stroke and traumatic brain injury.

Required Skills and Abilities

1. Theoretical knowledge of neuroscience, molecular biology, cell biology, or closely related fields.
2. Experience in performing experiments independently and with attention to detail, analyzing results, providing conclusions, planning follow-up experiments for project direction, and accurate documentation for presentations, grant proposals, and manuscripts.
3. Experience with protein chemistry, routine molecular biology, cell culture, immunocytochemistry, immunohistochemistry, and microscopy techniques.
4. Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot and implement solutions to complex problems. Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work as a team player. Excellent cleanliness, organization and record keeping.

Preferred Skills and Abilities

M.S. and 4-5 years of relevant wet lab experience. Basic small animal handling experience, surgery techniques, and colony management.

Principal Responsibilities

1. Recommends the design and implementation of procedures and protocols under the direction of a higher-level authority.
2. Investigates, analyzes, and reaches preliminary scientific conclusions related to research planning.
3. Ensures data results are compiled, analyzed, and presented properly.
4. Analyzes, develops and interprets scientific results. Maintains clear documentation of results. Prepares scientific reports and papers for research proposals and published reports.
5. Performs independent research and laboratory techniques and participates in experimental research planning.
6. Interacts with internal contacts including the PI, research assistants, graduate students, Radiation Safety and Biological Safety officers, and Animal Care personnel to discuss and evaluate research results and to ensure the smooth and safe operation of the laboratory.
7. Interacts with external contacts such as researchers at other institutions, staff at biotechnology and reagents companies to consult on research methods and to keep abreast of product information and developments.
8. May perform other duties as assigned.

Required Education and Experience

Master’s Degree in a scientific discipline and one year experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Salary Range

$61,500.00 - $91,875.00

Location

15 York Street, New Haven, Connecticut

Time Type

Full time

Work Model

On-site