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Research Associate I$2,000 Sign on Bonus!!
Job Number: 2022-41532
Category: Research
Location: Worcester, MA
Shift: Day
Exempt/Non-Exempt: Exempt
Business Unit: UMass Chan Medical School
Department: School - Neurology - W832500
Job Type: Full-Time
Salary Grade: 40
Union Code: Non Union Position -W60- Non Unit Professional
Num. Openings: 1
Post Date: April 20, 2023

POSITION SUMMARY: 

Under the direction of the Principal Investigator or Designee, the Research Associate I performs a variety of complex research experiments.

 

The Brown Lab at the University of Massachusetts Chan Medical School (https://www.umassmed.edu/umasschan/) is seeking a Research Associate for investigations of therapies for ALS and other neurodegenerative diseases using mouse models.  Our laboratory is highly interdisciplinary and collaborative. We are located in the state-of-the-art Albert Sherman Center for translational science at the University Campus in Worcester, MA.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

  • Perform laboratory experiments and may be responsible for a single research project
  • Utilize all software relevant to experiment and equipment used
  • Interpret data, form conclusions and decide on next steps under the direction of the PI or designee
  • Maintain accurate records, may modify protocols with the approval of the PI or designee
  • Review literature, publications and grants relevant to assigned projects
  • Record results according to established lab, sponsor & university protocol
  • Assist with performing data analysis and/or mathematical computations
  • Maintain a detailed lab notebook according to lab practice
  • Present findings at lab/group meetings
  • Monitor laboratory supply levels and order as noted
  • Prepare and label buffers, media, solutions, etc.
  • Assist with and comply with all safety regulation and infection control standards
  • Train on IACUC, IRB, EHS, Radiation safety protocols
  • Comply with all applicable state, federal university, and sponsor policies and agreements
  • Provide support with identifying problems and challenges, propose resolutions, implement appropriate solutions
  • Provide support with drafting standard operation procedures in compliance to EHS regulation specific for the lab
  • Perform other duties as required

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Bachelors degree in Biological or Natural Science, or equivalent experience
  • Basic understanding of lab safety and protocols
  • Knowledge of Microsoft Office products
  • Ability to analyze data in a quantitative and objective manner.
  • Ability to work in a team environment

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

In addition to the Essential Functions, the ideal candidate will have animal handling experience as well as excellent organizational skills. These specific duties include but are not limited to:

  • mouse colony maintenance
  • tissue and blood collection and processing
  • molecular biology assays such as DNA/RNA extractions and PCR
  • behavior analysis
  • writing IACUC protocols

SUPERVISION RECEIVED:

Under the direction of the Principal Investigator, or designee

 

SUPERVISION EXERCISED: 

May functionally supervise Lab Technicians and Aides

ENVIRONMENTAL WORKING CONDITIONS:

Wet chemistry laboratory, and may require appropriate contact with biohazards, radionuclides, toxins, animals, and human specimens. 

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