Research Associate II Job at University of Massachusetts Medical School
University of Massachusetts Medical School Worcester, MA 01605
Overview:
Under the general direction of the Principal Investigator or designee, the Research Associate II performs a variety of complex research experiments and is responsible for overseeing laboratory operations within the Department.
Responsibilities:
Qualifications:
Additional Information:
SUPERVISION EXERCISED:
ENVIRONMENTAL WORKING CONDITIONS:
Research associate I or II at UMass Medical School Neuroscience Lab
GENERAL SUMMARY OF POSITION:
Under the general direction of the Principal Investigator or designee, the Research Associate II performs a variety of complex research experiments and is responsible for overseeing laboratory operations within the Department.
Responsibilities:
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Perform complex laboratory experiments and conduct in-depth analysis of research experiments
- Write standard operating procedures, schedule work, analyze data, maintain accurate records, and write reports
- Report the status of projects and observations to the Department Chair
- Ensure departmental computer resources remain functional and provide on-site support to Investigators as requested
- Design and execute protocols and experiments, modify protocols as needed, and may be responsible for own research project
- Manage laboratory research staff
- Responsible for overall laboratory organization including oversight of safety protocols and the maintenance of related records
- May assist with budget and/or operational aspects of grant and contract proposals
- Long-range planning for laboratory and departmental equipment maintenance and replacement. Assist in procurement of departmental equipment. Responsible for physical inventory of all equipment, and maintaining records of all equipment acquired, moved off-site, or discarded
- Oversee and coordinate the use of centralized departmental facilities
- Work with Facilities Engineering, Environmental Health and Safety, and Radiation Safety to ensure department facilities and laboratories are in compliance with federal, state and institutional regulations
- Assist in writing the text of scientific publications and grants. Review literature
- Oversee and assist in the training of new laboratory personnel, students, and collaborators
- Comply with all safety and infection control standards
- Perform other duties as required
Qualifications:
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor’s degree in the Biological Sciences, or equivalent experience
- 5 years of relevant research experience
- Knowledge of Microsoft Office products
- Strong ability to analyze complex visual data in a quantitative and objective manner
- Judgment and action skills required to solve commonly encountered problems
Additional Information:
SUPERVISION RECEIVED:
Under the direction of the Principal Investigator, or designee
SUPERVISION EXERCISED:
Supervise aides, technicians, and associates
ENVIRONMENTAL WORKING CONDITIONS:
Wet chemistry laboratory, and may require appropriate contact with biohazards, radionuclides, toxins, animals, and human specimens
Research associate I or II at UMass Medical School Neuroscience Lab
The Schafer lab focuses on understanding how microglia, resident immune cells of the brain, and immune molecules regulate neural circuits. We use a variety of techniques such as microscopy, single cell RNAseq, spatial transcriptomics, mouse genetics, and behavior to address how microglia modify synapses and, in turn, how these mechanisms go awry in disease. Our primary disease interests include, but are not limited to, autism, multiple sclerosis, and Alzheimer’s disease. You can find more information at https://www.schaferlabumms.com/
We are seeking a long-term commitment from motivated individuals with a desire to manage a laboratory and provide a technical support role. The candidate will provide technical support and collaborate with postdocs and graduate students on scientific projects. Previous experience working in rodent models, histological preparation of tissues, and microscopy are preferred. In addition, they will also be asked to manage the laboratory. This includes ordering, maintaining finances, keeping instruments in working order, and onboarding and training new individuals who enter the lab. Candidates should feel comfortable working with mice (prior experience preferred but not necessary), they should work well in a group, and they should have a strong ability to multi-task.
Interested individuals should reach out to Dr. Dori Schafer at Dorothy.schafer@umassmed.edu.
Please Note :
www.bankofmontserrat.ms is the go-to platform for job seekers looking for the best job postings from around the web. With a focus on quality, the platform guarantees that all job postings are from reliable sources and are up-to-date. It also offers a variety of tools to help users find the perfect job for them, such as searching by location and filtering by industry. Furthermore, www.bankofmontserrat.ms provides helpful resources like resume tips and career advice to give job seekers an edge in their search. With its commitment to quality and user-friendliness, Site.com is the ideal place to find your next job.