Research Associate, Research Assistant​/Associate, Clinical Research

Job Summary / Basic Functions

Closing date: September 28, 2026

Title: RESEARCH ASSOCIATE 1 or 2

Employee Type: Other Academic

Department: Cardiovascular Ctr Excellence

Campus

Location:

Cardiovascular Ctr Excellence

The Cardiovascular Center of Excellence in the School of Medicine at LSU Health Sciences Center in New Orleans, LA is seeking a mature, highly organized, and self‑motivated individual to fill the position of Research Associate 1 or Research Associate
2. Functioning independently, the successful candidate will participate in basic research studies and perform experiments in the field of cardiac metabolism. We are particularly interested in individuals with animal research experience, lab managerial experience, and a background in neuroscience or cardiovascular‑related fields. Specific duties include the maintenance of inventory databases, conducting surgical procedures and in vitro assays, collection, analysis, and reporting of research data.

RA1:
Functioning somewhat independently, incumbent assists with and conducts laboratory experiments on research projects within well‑defined guidelines; keeps abreast of current publications relative to methods, techniques, and developments within area of research; collects, prepares, and analyzes specimens (or animal subjects); evaluates results of (or response to) process; summarizes data; may provide supervision and guidance to junior level technicians.

RA2:
Functions more independently and work is more complex and specialized. Often responsible for maintaining the efficient operation of the laboratory. Assists Principal Investigator with summarization, analysis, and organization of data for publication; may assist with the preparation of grant application; assists and/or teaches graduate students and others rotating through the lab; often responsible for supervision and training of junior research personnel.

Required

Education:

Bachelor's

Required Field of Study: Basic or Health Science or related field

Number of years required to perform the job: RA1 - Zero; RA2 - Three

Type of experience required to perform the job: Relevant Experience

Substitution: RA2 – Master's Degree may substitute for experience

Comprehensive benefits are available to eligible employees and their dependents including health, life, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; retirement plans; generous annual and sick leave; 14 paid holidays per year; and an employee health primary care clinic.

Other employee benefits include a full‑service credit union, wellness benefits featuring complimentary fitness center membership for employees and their spouses, employee assistance program, campus assistance program, and pet insurance option.