Research Assistant III - Center for Biometric Analysis (Metabolism)

Join the Center for Biometric Analysis, a cutting-edge scientific service facility specializing in in vivo mouse phenotyping across key biomedical areas such as diabetes, obesity, and exercise physiology. As a Research Assistant III, you’ll play a hands-on role in designing and executing impactful studies, applying your knowledge of laboratory principles to explore complex metabolic processes. Working with minimal supervision, you'll contribute to experimental design, assay onboarding and refinement, data analysis, and lab operations while becoming highly proficient in advanced techniques like in vivo pharmacology, indirect calorimetry, exercise treadmill, substrate tolerance testing, and glucose clamps. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with a strong interest in metabolism and in vivo pharmacology to grow in a collaborative, service-driven, research environment. Key Responsibilities & Essential Functions Lead in vivo studies using mouse models to explore metabolic disorders—administer compounds, collect samples, and analyze tissues. Conduct metabolic assessments including glucose and insulin tolerance tests, indirect calorimetry, exercise treadmill, body composition, and monitoring of body weight and food intake. Develop and refine preclinical models to ensure scientific rigor and relevance to human metabolic disease. Troubleshoot and optimize protocols and equipment, adapting techniques and quality control measures to improve experimental outcomes. Document and analyze data, identifying trends and contributing to the evolution of research methodologies. Manage lab operations, maintaining inventory, coordinating equipment and space, and ensuring smooth day-to-day functioning. Share expertise through hands-on training and collaboration with team members. Execute diverse research tasks including data collection, statistical analysis, report preparation, and literature review. Contribute to the broader research mission through flexibility and a proactive approach to assigned tasks. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Advanced mouse handling, husbandry skills and bio-methods preferred. Performs statistical analysis; interprets and evaluates results; and compiles data for peer and PI review. Prepares manuscripts for publication Ability to interact with all individuals in a productive, professional and positive manner to enhance the outcome of the goals of the research program The ability to work in a demanding, fast paced, team-oriented environment, while maintaining a high-level of professionalism Leads and initiates good lab safety practices and a demonstrated history of lab safe conduct Exceptional computer skills, ability to develop technical documents, databases and presentations Demonstrated success in conducting multiple, concurrent assignments or a multi-faceted project Demonstrated team player with professional, positive attitude and willingness to be flexible Consistently maintains a positive work environment Demonstrated ability to positively influence the behavior of team. Ability to work flexible shifts (evening/week-end/holiday) Regular, reliable and consistent attendance Education : Bachelor's Degree required/ Master's Degree preferred Experience: 4 years required/ 6 years preferred Supervisory: None Pay Range: $49163 - $82311 About JAX: The Jackson Laboratory is an independent, nonprofit biomedical research institution with a National Cancer Institute-designated Cancer Center and nearly 3,000 employees in locations across the United States (Maine, Connecticut, California), Japan and China. Its mission is to discover precise genomic solutions for disease and empower the global biomedical community in the shared quest to improve human health. Founded in 1929, JAX applies over nine decades of expertise in genetics to increase understanding of human disease, advancing treatments and cures for cancer, neurological and immune disorders, diabetes, aging and heart disease. It models and interprets genomic complexity, integrates basic research with clinical application, educates current and future scientists, and provides critical data, tools and services to the global biomedical community. For more information, please visit www.jax.org. EEO Statement: The Jackson Laboratory provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment in all job classifications without regard to race, color, religion, age, mental disability, physical disability, medical condition, gender, sexual orientation, genetic information, ancestry, marital status, national origin, veteran status, and other classifications protected by applicable state and local non-discrimination laws. Bar Harbor: The Jackson Laboratory's 43-acre scenic Bar Harbor campus is nestled between the Gulf of Maine and the mountains of Acadia National Park. Some of the best hiking and biking in the world (over 50 square miles of mountains, lakes, views, and dramatic coastline) is accessible from our campus. We are one mile from downtown Bar Harbor, which offers a vibrant downtown district with a plethora of restaurants, shops, museums, and galleries. Ellsworth: The Charles E. Hewett Center in Ellsworth, Maine, is a state-of-the-art facility that serves researchers world wide. The facility represents the culmination of nine decades of unmatched experience and leadership in breeding and caring for laboratory mice. Ellsworth, Maine, is one of Maine’s fastest growing cities. With a growth rate of nearly 20%, Ellsworth is a bustling year-round community and acts as a hub for surrounding towns. It is located nearby Acadia National Park and hosts numerous special events, concerts and festivals each year. Residents have access to fabulous shopping, recreation, museums, galleries, and dining at a variety of independent restaurants. Farmington: JAX Genomic Medicine is transforming medicine by improving patient care, lowering costs, and increasing life span and health span. JAX Genomic Medicine’s research focuses on the complex genetic causes of disease and on the development of genomic solutions tailored to each person's unique genetic makeup. JAX Genomic Medicine sits on a 17-acre site on the campus of the University of Connecticut Health Center. The 183,500-square-foot facility opened in the fall of 2014. Now, it houses over 300 biomedical researchers, technicians, and support staff in state-of-the-art computing facilities and laboratories. In Connecticut, JAX resides in the scenic town of Farmington, in the state’s capitol region. The Hartford region, which offers some of the best public schools in the country, is made up of both bigger cities and smaller, charming historic New England towns. JAX Genomic Medicine is also geographically located within 2 hours of Boston and New York and is close to multiple transportation systems, including bus lines, highways, railroads and international airports. Sacramento: The JAX® Mice, Clinical and Research Services facility is located in Sacramento, the state capital of California. Sacramento is less than a two-hour drive from San Francisco, Napa Valley, and scenic Lake Tahoe, and a short flight to both Los Angeles and Orange County. Sacramento is the birthplace of the nation’s Farm to Fork movement, and offers excellent restaurants, gastro-pubs, wineries, theaters, and museums. Outdoor activities are plentiful: Boating, white water rafting, and riding the scenic bicycle trails are popular. Housing and other costs of living are more affordable in Sacramento and its surrounding suburbs than in most other neighboring areas in the North Bay, making Sacramento one of the hottest housing markets in the country year after year. Augusta: JAX’s Maine Cancer Genomics Initiative (MCGI) is located in Augusta, Maine, in the Harold Alfond Center for Cancer Care (HACCC), at Maine General Hospital. It began operations in 2016 with three overarching goals: to provide cancer genomic testing for Maine cancer patients; to develop and deliver physician education about clinical genomic cancer diagnostics; and to build a network in Maine of oncology practices conducting studies in genomic medicine.

Salary : $49,163 - $82,311