Bailey Lab Research Specialist

Job Summary

The Bailey Lab is looking for a research specialist to work on novel mechanisms of viral persistence. This will involve learning techniques in virology and immunology. Competitive applicants will have a track record of working with rodent models. This position requires work to be completed onsite, at a designated campus work location. Candidates who demonstrate the following knowledge, skills, and abilities will be given first consideration:
Rodent handling/bleeding.

School of Medicine and Public Health/Department of Pathology & Laboratory Medicine, Bailey Lab.

• Operates, cleans, and maintains organization of research equipment and research area.
• Tracks inventory levels and places replenishment orders.
• Participates in the development, interpretation, and implementation of research methodology and materials.
• Conducts research experiments according to established research protocols with moderate impact to the project(s).
• Collects data and monitors test results.
• Performs literature reviews and writes reports.
• Reviews, analyzes, and interprets data and/or documents results for presentations and/or reporting to internal and external audiences.

• Must be comfortable handling live rodents and performing experimental procedures on rodents.
• Must have steady hands.
• Must be organized and detail oriented.
• Must be open minded to learning new skills.

• Previous rodent handling experience.
• Prior laboratory experience.

Bachelor’s Degree preferred; focus in biomedical fields preferred.

The starting salary for the position is $44,543 annually; but is negotiable based on experience and qualifications. Employees in this position can expect to receive benefits such as generous vacation, holidays, and sick leave; competitive insurances and savings accounts; retirement benefits. For more information, refer to the campus benefits webpage.

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