RESEARCHER II or III

Description

The University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB) is seeking a highly motivated Researcher II to join the laboratory of Dr. Priscila Sato in Cardiology. This position is preferably for a JUNIOR/SENIOR researcher who has some research experience. The position will be responsible for aiding in the maintenance of the Sato mouse colony, genotyping, and mouse colony management. Development into independent projects will be dependent on successful satisfaction in the abovementioned job duties. In addition, the position will be organizing lab protocols, aiding in lab ordering, and training new laboratory personnel. The position is dependent on positive annual assessment by the principal investigator and availability of extramural funding.

Essential functions include:

• Animal care and preparation, monitoring, and evaluation.
• Preparation of experimental materials.
• Aiding in in vivo mouse work (cardiac functional and biochemical analysis).
• Assistance with histology, molecular methods, surgical implantation of catheters in mice.
• Assistance in laboratory management.
• Supervision and help of other lab trainees.
• Participate in lab meetings and scientific discussions.

General Responsibilities

Under minimal supervision:

• To set up and perform routine and established lab procedures in support of lab goals.
• To collect, enter and summarize data.
• To monitor results and report unusual outcomes.

Key Duties & Responsibilities

Manages animal care, preparation for procedures, monitor and evaluation.

Aides in in vivo mouse work (cardiac functional and biochemical analysis).

Assists with histology, molecular methods, surgical implantation of catheters in mice.

Prepares experimental materials.

Participates in lab meetings and discussions.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field
• OR Associate's degree in a related field and two (2) years of related experience
• OR High School diploma or GED and four (4) years of related experience

Preferences

• Experience in animal research, molecular biology, and/or cardiac physiology. Must be interested in expanding skills, learning new techniques, and improving processes.

Key Skills

• Strong desire to learn and be self-motivated.
• Strong organizational skills and stellar work ethic.
• Capable of working independently and as a team member.
• Proactive problem solver.

:* UniversityPrimary Location*

:* Scientific ResearchJob Category*

:* 311401000 Med - Cardiovascular DiseaseOrganization*

:* RegularEmployee Status*

Shift: Day/1st Shift

Work Arrangement (final schedule to be determined by the department/hiring manager): Onsite

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $40,000.00 - $53,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Experience:

• Molecular biology: 1 year (Required)

Work Location: In person