Research Associate Part Time- MCG-Vascular Biology Center

Job Summary

The major focus of research is identifying mechanisms of cardiometabolic diseases focusing on the interaction between endothelial cells and adipocytes. The primary roles will involve isolating, culturing, and characterizing endothelial cells and stem cells derived from discarded human blood vessels and adipose tissue or animal tissues. The position will also assist with all the experiments conducted with these cells including maintaining the cell line, treating the cells, conducting molecular studies and helping with interpretation of study results.

Responsibilities

• Cell culture, mouse tissue collection, vascular studies.
• Molecular biology assays of cultured cells and tissue: Western blot, qRT-PCR.
• Data analysis and record keeping.

Required Qualifications

Master's degree from an accredited college or university in chemistry, biology, biochemistry, cell biology, or other natural, life, health care, or materials science related to the research area to which the position is assigned and experience in research, basic science, or clinical laboratory research. OR Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in chemistry, biology, biochemistry, cell biology, or other natural, life, health care, or materials science and a minimum of three years of research and/or clinical experience.

Preferred Qualifications

Cell culture, Cell Lines, Westerns

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

Proficient in Microsoft Office and other computer software/databases.

SKILLS

Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills. Attention to detail, strong work ethic and desire to learn.

ABILITIES

Ability to maintain confidentiality. Must be highly motivated. Willingness and ability to work with research animals. Ability to use sound judgment and work independently.

Shift/Salary/Benefits

This position is a Part-time 20 hours per week (.50 FTE) position.

Shift: Days; Monday - Friday

Salary: $21.83-$26.92 per hour.

Pay Band: B8

Salary to be commensurate with qualifications of the selected candidate within the established range (generally minimum-midpoint) of the position.

This position is (fully/partially) funded through external sources. Continued employment is contingent upon the availability of these funds.

Recruitment Period: Until Filled.