Research Associate, Department of Internal Medicine, Division of Infectious Diseases

Research Associate, Department of Internal Medicine, Division of Infectious Diseases

The College of Medicine, Department of Internal Medicine, Division of Infectious Diseases, is currently accepting applications for a Full-Time Research Associate in Dr. Miller-Handley's lab. The faculty of the Division of Infectious Diseases is among the national leaders in basic science research in infectious diseases, the care of patients with HIV infections, tuberculosis and global health clinical care, education and research.

Essential Functions:

• Design and execute experimental studies to characterize immune responses to allograft transplantation and infection, by employing flow cytometry, transplantation surgery in animal models, and molecular analyses.
• Apply a thorough understanding of the scientific principles underlying the research, including experimental design, immunological mechanisms, assay sensitivity and specificity, and data analysis in order to critically interpret experimental results, identify sources of variability or error, and systematically troubleshoot, optimize, and modify procedures and techniques to ensure rigor, reproducibility, and successful study outcomes.
• Under supervision, manage laboratory animal husbandry, including breeding programs, animal welfare monitoring, and assistance with routine animal procedures in compliance with institutional and federal guidelines.
• Maintain accurate and detailed records of all laboratory work and experiments, including creation of databases for new studies, expansion of databases for ongoing projects, development of datasets for statistical analysis, and implementation of quality control measures.
• Assist in training graduate students and junior trainees in laboratory protocols and development of projects including animal husbandry, animal procedure techniques, flow cytometry, infectious cultures and flow cytometry.
• Actively participate in laboratory meetings, presentations, and publications by presenting experimental data, engaging in scientific discussion, and providing constructive feedback on ongoing research.
• Assists in daily operations of laboratory including answering phone, maintaining lab supplies, organization, and cleanliness. Maintain inventory of laboratory supplies and equipment appropriately.

Required

Education:

Bachelor's degree in Biochemistry, Zoology, or a related field.

Physical Requirements/Work Environment:

• Sitting
  - Continuously
• Repetitive hand motion (such as typing) - Often
• Hearing, listening
  - Often
• Talking
  - Often
• Standing
  - Often
• Walking
  - Often
• Bending
  - Often
• Stooping
  - Often
• Kneeling, squatting
  - Seldom
• Lifting - up to 20 pounds
  - Often
• Noise:
  There is sufficient noise to cause you to shout in order to be heard above the noise level.
• Hazards:
  Includes a variety of physical conditions, such as proximity to moving mechanical parts of machinery or tools used to perform work, moving vehicles, electrical current, working on scaffolding and high places, or exposure to chemicals.
• Atmospheric Conditions:
  Conditions that affect the respiratory system, such as fumes, odors, dusts, mists, gases, or poor ventilation.

Compensation and Benefits:

UC offers an exceptional benefits package designed to support your well-being, financial security, and work-life balance. Highlights include:

• Salary/Hourly Pay Rate Information
• Comprehensive Tuition Remission
• Robust Retirement Plans
• Real Work-Life Balance
• Additional Benefits Include:
  Competitive salary based on experience Comprehensive health coverage (medical, dental, vision, prescription) Flexible spending accounts & wellness programs Professional development & mentorship opportunities

To apply you must create a profile and submit a complete job application through the UC applicant portal. We are unable to consider "easy apply" applications submitted via other websites.