• Perform independent multi-disciplinary research experiments under the direction of the principal investigator.
• Develop, design, and conduct complex research projects.
• Perform scientific data collections, reductions, and analyses involving routine procedures characterized by use of independent judgment.
• Foster collaborations within the Department and with other units across the University.
• Utilize molecular biology techniques, and perform immunoblotting, RT-PCR, immunohistochemistry.
• Perform small animal surgery that may include: induction of cardiac injury, implantation radiotelemetric transmitters and/or osmotic mini-pumps.
• Evaluate cardiac and behavioral function.
• Develop and maintain detailed records of experiments, analyzing and writing findings.
• Present results at laboratory meetings and conferences.
• Prepare manuscripts for publication in peer-reviewed journals.
• Participate in grant writing, including generating preliminary data, submitting grant applications, and preparing progress reports.
• Develop and implement protocols as dictated by experimental results.
• May supervise laboratory staff and oversee maintenance of hazardous/chemical waste records and disposal as needed.
• Additional duties may be assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of coordinating experiments, and completing analysis, statistics, and interpretation.
• Ability to communicate in a clear, concise manner orally and in writing.
• Ability to participate at scientific conferences and present findings.
• Knowledge of grant writing and manuscript preparation.
• Demonstrated ability to independently develop reports and manuscripts and present findings in tabular, oral, written, and/or graphic formats.