Research Assistant MS

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Salary Range $28.43

Job Requisition 135736WD

The McAdow Laboratory at Yale School of Medicine, Department of OB/GYN, is recruiting a Research Assistant to conduct experiments in a wet lab environment. Dr. McAdow’s research team seeks to understand the mechanisms of preeclampsia with the aim of developing targeted therapeutics that will allow for the safe prolongation of pregnancy to improve maternal and neonatal outcomes. Our laboratory uses patient plasma and placental specimens, mouse models, and tissue culture to study the mechanisms of maternal endothelial dysfunction in preeclampsia and abnormal placental function.

We are seeking a motivated, team-oriented individual who can independently conduct experiments under the direct supervision and mentorship of Dr. McAdow.

• Demonstrated experience with mouse colony management. Experience with immunofluorescence imaging of mouse placentas.
• Demonstrated experience with fundamental techniques including cell culture, RNA extraction, RT-PCR, Western blotting.
• Working understanding of preparation of buffers and reagents including molarity and pH.
• Demonstrated experience with ELISA and mouse modeling of preeclampsia.

• Measurement of mouse blood pressure, conduct injections and bleeds.
• Immunohistochemistry.
• Statistical analysis.

• Researches and collects data through complex laboratory/scientific experiments, techniques, and procedures; library research; structured interviews; or through other means for designated research assignments.
• Records and compiles information related to research data. Codes data accordingly to research specifications. Uses a computer terminal to input and retrieve data and to generate reports. Processes and summarizes data using scientific or statistical techniques.
• Assists in data interpretation and analyses. Reports on status of research activities. Sets up, operates and maintains laboratory equipment and apparatus.
• Formulates and prepares scientific solutions and media. Recruits study participants. Orders and maintains inventory of supplies.
• May assist in designing, developing, and modifying research experiments, procedures, or survey instruments. May oversee and instruct research staff.
• Performs additional functions incidental to research activities.

Six years of related work experience, four of them in the same job family at the next lower level, and high school level education; or four years of related work experience and an Associate's degree; or little or no work experience and a Bachelor's degree in a related field; or an equivalent combination of experience and education.

310 Cedar Street, New Haven, Connecticut

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