"Research Associate"

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Research Associate to assist with experiments in molecular and cellular biology. The successful candidate will work closely with our research team to perform laboratory procedures following established protocols.

Posted: 18-Feb-26

Type: Full-time

Categories:

Research Support - Laboratory/Non-Laboratory

Staff/Administrative

Internal Number: R144831

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare and administer injections to pup and adult rodents retro-orbitally, intraperitoneally, and subcutaneously
• Prepare mice for research including survival and non-survival surgeries that approved by the IACUC committee
• Perform animal studies, such as insulin clamps, glucose tolerance test, etc.
• Perform thorough dissections, properly preserving the tissues with formalin, OCT, or freezing
• Use the cryostat to make slides from preserved tissues, perform specific staining and relative analysis
• Conduct molecular and cellular biology experiments, including immunoblotting (Western blot) and quantitative PCR (qPCR)
• Assist with general lab maintenance and inventory; follow standard operating procedures and safety guidelines
• Maintain and manage mouse colonies, including genotyping, breeding, weaning, experimental treatments, and basic husbandry
• Maintain accurate and organized records of experimental procedures and results, Analyze and interpret data collected to make conclusions and adjustments to experiments

Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree in Molecular and Cellular Biology, Biochemistry, or a related field preferred (Masters degree not required)
• Prior hands-on experience with mouse handling and colony maintenance is required
• Experience with animal surgery or primary cell culturing is strongly preferred
• Strong attention to detail, ability to follow protocols precisely, and good organizational skills
• Effective communication and ability to work both independently and as part of a team
• At least 2-years of experience working with models to study metabolism/heart disease