"Research Professional I - Sarver Heart Center"

Position Highlights

This position will work as part of a team to provide hands-on experience in research laboratory settings. The incumbent will perform laboratory tasks in a research setting related to molecular biology, cell biology and animal work, including taking care of animals in the lab, which are mostly mice. This position is a great opportunity for candidates interested in medical school and academic research.

Outstanding U of A benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance plans; life insurance and disability programs; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; U of A/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; retirement plans; access to U of A recreation and cultural activities; and more!

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Duties & Responsibilities

• Lab Coordination:
  • Assist and coordinate molecular and cellular research activities and animal studies.
  • Assist with the ACUC protocols for mice.
• Works with supervisor and other laboratory staff to design, develop, and adapt technical procedures, equipment, and ordering for the lab. Maintains organized laboratory records. Perform pathology/histology techniques such as embedding, sectioning, and immunohistochemistry. will also be involved in tissue culture studies.
• Performs and records routine equipment maintenance and calibration for sophisticated scientific equipment.
• Participate in lab meetings and other scientific discussions to assist with judgment of data findings and research methods while participating in discussions regarding future research goals.
• Communicates regular status updates in writing or orally.
• Provide research support to the lab including stocking and ordering of supplies.
• Collaborate with team to write, edit, and/or present abstracts and manuscripts for peer-reviewed publications as well as scientific presentations (poster or platform).
• Obtain consent for the biobanking of specimens under an existing Institutional Review Board (IRB) protocol.
• Maintain detailed records of research results, data acquisition, data and statistical analysis of studies conducted.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Demonstrated track record for scientific writing and presentation.
• Proficiency in molecular methods such as nucleic acid isolation from formalin-fixed, paraffin-embedded tissues and gene expression profiling.
• Demonstrated experience working with mice.
• Familiarity with histology techniques.
• Familiarity with Biohazard, Good Laboratory Practice (GLP), and lab management skills.
• Familiarity with molecular methods such as nucleic acid isolation from formalin-fixed, paraffin-embedded tissues and gene expression profiling.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications such as Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint
• Database management skills

This job posting reflects the general nature and level of work expected of the selected candidate(s). It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. The institution reserves the right to amend or update this description as organizational priorities and institutional needs evolve.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and 1 year of experience in laboratory science or healthcare delivery.
• OR, any equivalent combination of education and experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• 4 four years of relevant experience, i.e. experience in laboratory science.

Salary and Benefits

Rate of Pay: $47,356 - $59,195

Compensation Type: salary at 1.0 full-time equivalency (FTE)

Benefits Eligible: Yes - Full Benefits