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Join the forefront of groundbreaking research at the , where we're changing lives and making a real difference in the fight against cancer, diabetes, and other life-threatening illnesses. Our dedicated and compassionate faculty and staff are driven by a common mission: Contribute to innovative approaches in predicting, preventing, and curing diseases, shaping the future of medicine through cutting-edge research.
We're in search of a Research Associate II in the Light Microscopy and Digital Imaging Core facility working with the Director, Brian Armstrong, Ph.D.
Under general supervision of the Principal Investigator, or designee, the Research Associate II (RAII) directs the work of a laboratory or undertakes research projects in collaboration with academic supervisor, making innovative contributions pertaining to laboratory procedures which may not change the course of an investigation but do indicate significant independent contribution beyond the RA I level.
As a successful candidate, you will:
- Work in a collaborative environment and help scientists achieve their imaging goals.
- Teach and assist others in the proper use of high-quality computer operated microscope systems including widefield, confocal, and 2-photon microscope systems.
- Performs a variety of routine and non-routine laboratory research experiments. Records and validates results for accuracy and completeness.
- Troubleshoots procedures if experiment results are unexpected or unsatisfactory. Recommends alternative procedures.
- Responsible for accurately recording work performed including results and methodology. Calculates, compiles and analyzes data obtained from work performed.
- Independently evaluates research data and initiates alternative approaches to improve the quality of results by providing input to overall research design. Trains lab staff in specialized procedures, equipment and theoretical concepts behind unique tests.
- May contribute to the preparation of manuscripts by describing methods and specialized techniques. Keeps abreast of new and improved techniques.
- Ensures that all laboratory activities are carried out in compliance with each procedure(s) by utilizing safety procedures and guidelines in handling, storage and disposal of bio-hazardous, infectious and toxic material.
Qualifications
Your qualifications should include:
- Bachelor's degree. Master's degree preferred.
- Two years related research/ laboratory experience with a Bachelor's degree or one year related research/ laboratory experience with a Master's degree.
Preferred qualifications (optional: 1-3 bullet points):
- Knowledge of light microscopy and image analysis.
- Experience with image analysis software, basic statistics, and information technology.
- A working understanding of immunohistochemistry and cell staining.
- A basic understanding of laboratory assays used in tissue and cell preparations.
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