Research Assistant I
Location: Hanover New Hampshire
Description: Dartmouth College is hiring Research Assistant I right now, this career will be placed in New Hampshire. More details about this career opportunity please give attention to these descriptions. Dr. Chou’s laboratory studies the regulation of inflammatory responses mediated by cytokines, chemokines, and their receptors in different diseases. These cytokines and chemokines interact with each ot! her to form an intricate immune network. The chemokines also act as guides to direct cells through specific tissues. The cytokine-chemokine networking is not only critical for host defense against pathogens, but also contributes to the development of inflammatory diseases. The lab uses mouse models as well as human samples (mainly blood samples) to study the functional roles of specific cytokines and chemokines in eliciting immune and inflammatory responses.
Position Purpose
Performs a wide variety of techniques including but not limited to RNA extraction and analysis, PCR for genotyping, preparation of cell cultures for in vivo and in vitro experiments, mouse surgery, processing and analysis of experimental specimens for RT- PCR , immunohistochemistry, flow cytometry and microscopy.
Skills & Knowledge
Competence in several laboratory methods, procedures and techniques as well as the equipment and instruments, e.g. small animal work, tiss! ue culture, immunology, or cellular and molecular laboratory t! echniques.
Ability to work independently with good judgment and good organizational and time management skills.
Willingness to work with/be exposed to hazardous materials such as radioactive materials, infectious materials, and/or hazardous chemicals.
Knowledge of computers and software applications.
Minimum Experience
One year of relevant laboratory or science experience.
Some relevant laboratory or science experience.
Minimum Education
Bachelor’s degree with a major in Biological Sciences (Immunology, Biology, or biochemistry preferred).
FLSA
Non-Exempt
Level
AAT C
Employment Category
Regular Full Time w/end date
Department Contact for Cover Letter
Richard Chou, MD
Key Accountabilities
Experiments
Conducts specified laboratory experiments/tests, utilizing a range of established methods, procedures, and techniques; e.g., RNA ex! traction and analysis, PCR for genotyping, preparation of cell cultures for in vivo and in vitro experiments, mouse surgery, processing and analysis of experimental specimens for RT- PCR , immunohistochemistry, flow cytometry and microscopy.
Accomplishes necessary preparations to include equipment and instrumentation set-up, specimen preparation, etc.
Observes experiments/tests while in progress; records observations; trouble shoots as necessary.
Reconciles results that are disparate from anticipated findings; re-runs techniques as necessary.
Notifies Principal Investigator of problems associated with experiments, measurements, or analyses and suggests changes to methods, procedures, or techniques as appropriate.
Maintains laboratory notebook recording tasks performed.
Adheres to laboratory safety requirements including general and chemical/hazardous waste safety disposal methods.
Records
Collects and a! nalyzes data resulting from experimentation/testing and presents findin! gs to Principal Investigator.
Prepares appropriate and understandable representations of data such as graphs, charts, tables, statistical summaries, etc
Contributes to the preparation of scientific manuscripts by, preparing graphs, tables, and charts, etc.
Conducts literature searches to develop insights into the significance of experimental results and to acquire information on new or improved methods, procedures and techniques.
Laboratory
Accomplishes day-to-day care and housekeeping of laboratory.
Orders laboratory supplies as needed.
Monitors laboratory equipment and instrument performance; obtains maintenance and repair as necessary.
Maintains computerized records associated with laboratory activities.
Instructs others in laboratory methods, procedures, and techniques and provides technical guidance and direction as required.
Miscellaneous
May assist in surgical procedure! s.
Communicates respectfully with a diverse community.
Note: This is a grant-funded term position.
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This career starts available on: Fri, 30 Aug 2013 19:42:59 GMT