Research Associate , MS

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Carries out research assignments for large or multi-faceted research projects, including independent research, experiments, and laboratory techniques. This role is responsible for the daily operation of a specialized laboratory, data analysis, and contribution to scientific protocols. The position may include working with advanced technologies and contributing to innovative solutions in clinical, health, or environmental research. This role will require the design and implementation of procedures and protocols for breeding, deriving, managing, and executing experiments with colonies of germ-free and gnotobiotic mice using gnotobiotic IVC racks and isolators.

Performing experiments with gnotobiotic and specific-pathogen free animals including but not limited to mouse models of inflammatory bowel disease, infection models, antibiotic-induced microbiome depletion models, and accompanying assays are also key responsibilities of this role.

• Scientific and Technical Proficiency:
  Background in molecular biology, chemistry, genetics, or physical sciences with experience in techniques such as PCR, sequencing, microscopy, and cell culture.
• Interpersonal and Communication
  
  Skills:
  
  Excellent oral and written communication skills to interact with internal and external stakeholders, including research staff, study sponsors, and collaborators.
• Organizational
  
  Skills:
  
  Strong organizational skills with attention to detail, ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, and prioritizing tasks effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Independent Research:
  Demonstrated ability to perform independent research, analyze and interpret experimental data, and contribute to scientific reports and publications.
• Team
  
  Collaboration:
  
  Ability to work well as part of a team, provide instruction and guidance, and contribute to the overall objectives of the research projects.

• Advanced
  
  Education:
  
  Master's degree or higher in a related scientific discipline with additional training or certifications in relevant fields or an equivalent combination of education and experience (i.e., B.S. with 6+ years professional expertise working in a germfree animal facility).
• Specialized
  
  Experience:
  
  Prior experience in a research setting, handling laboratory animals, and performing specific techniques such as germ-free mouse re-derivations, intraperitoneal injections, oral gavage, and tissue isolations.
• Data Management:
  Proficiency with data management tools and database systems for germ-free mouse breeding, genotyping, and colony management.
• Regulatory Knowledge:
  Familiarity with regulatory compliance, biosafety protocols, and ethical guidelines for human and animal research and a demonstrated ability to train laboratory personnel in germ-free mouse handling techniques and safety protocols.
• Technical Competence:
  Ability to use and maintain specialized laboratory equipment and software, with expertise in handling and analyzing large data sets, and experience with environmental or clinical data analysis tools. Project planning and coordination:
  Ability to coordinate scheduling of group projects with lab personnel, interface with vendors and service providers to procure reagents and equipment repairs to facilitate project goals, maintaining inventories of relevant supplies and reagents, and other duties as assigned.

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