Pennington Biomedical Research Center ยท 5 months ago
WAE-Research Associate 3
Veterinary Medicine
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
2+ years expPennington Biomedical Research Center is part of Louisiana State University, focusing on research in the field of veterinary medicine. The role of WAE-Research Associate 3 involves conducting molecular biology techniques, overseeing laboratory trainees, and managing various research projects while ensuring proper animal care.
Research
No H1B
Responsibilities
Schedule, organize, perform and troubleshoot/optimize research procedures/techniques for numerous simultaneous research projects involving multiple steps and a variety of materials and equipment. Identify appropriate new research procedures as needed. Learn, implement, and perform these procedures. Must be capable of identifying appropriate assays and evaluations, performing them, and analyzing results independently
Perform various bench top laboratory procedures. Identify appropriate new analytical techniques as needed. Learn, implement and perform these techniques; and interpret and report obtained results. Optimize/troubleshoot both new and existing techniques, and suggest alternative methods where appropriate. Leads and teaches other technicians, students and professionals in performance of new and existing techniques
Assist with maintenance and operation of data acquisition equipment including mechanical testing, gait analysis, and image capture systems
Assist in the preparation, writing and routing of research proposals and scientific manuscripts. Contribute publication quality procedure and results descriptions, and images for manuscripts, abstracts, and proposals
Data management for numerous simultaneous projects, including data collection as well as development of computerized data recording, measuring, and retrieval systems. Statistical analysis of research data. Participate in and provide training in complex computer programs necessary to analyze data and run equipment. Teach and oversee trainees on the same programs and processes
Schedule, organize, and perform or assist in medical and surgical procedures including patient restraint and preparation, anesthesia, appropriate set up and preparation for sterile surgical procedures, administration of medications, collection and processing of specimens, and patient recovery and aftercare. Provide veterinary care to post- operative patients independently with consultation with the PI. Teach and oversee trainees on the same procedures
Perform medical record and scientific literature searches independently
Oversee and coordinate daily observation and monitoring of study subjects on numerous simultaneous projects independently. Schedule, organize, and independently collect or oversee collection of samples or data from study subjects as necessary. Prepare samples for storage, submission to in-house laboratory or shipment to outside facilities. Collect and organize data appropriately. The research associate is expected to use a company vehicle to transport specimens, supplies, or reagents as needed. Other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Master's Degree in a related field OR Bachelor's degree and two years related experience
Comprehensive knowledge and experience in molecular biology techniques including but not limited to cell culture, RT-PCR, western blotting, basic histology, and ELISA
Detail oriented and highly motivated with a well-rounded research background
Ability and willingness to acquire new skills through both formal training and instruction as needed
Oversight of laboratory trainees with diverse expertise levels
Responsible for maintenance of and training on all laboratory equipment
Responsible for laboratory procedures and animal care
Capable of identifying appropriate assays and evaluations, performing them, and analyzing results independently
Assist with maintenance and operation of data acquisition equipment including mechanical testing, gait analysis, and image capture systems
Assist in the preparation, writing and routing of research proposals and scientific manuscripts
Contribute publication quality procedure and results descriptions, and images for manuscripts, abstracts, and proposals
Data management for numerous simultaneous projects, including data collection as well as development of computerized data recording, measuring, and retrieval systems
Statistical analysis of research data
Participate in and provide training in complex computer programs necessary to analyze data and run equipment
Teach and oversee trainees on the same programs and processes
Schedule, organize, and perform or assist in medical and surgical procedures including patient restraint and preparation, anesthesia, appropriate set up and preparation for sterile surgical procedures, administration of medications, collection and processing of specimens, and patient recovery and aftercare
Provide veterinary care to post-operative patients independently with consultation with the PI
Teach and oversee trainees on the same procedures
Perform medical record and scientific literature searches independently
Oversee and coordinate daily observation and monitoring of study subjects on numerous simultaneous projects independently
Schedule, organize, and independently collect or oversee collection of samples or data from study subjects as necessary
Prepare samples for storage, submission to in-house laboratory or shipment to outside facilities
Collect and organize data appropriately
Use a company vehicle to transport specimens, supplies, or reagents as needed
Required to be capable of lifting up to 50 pounds, standing or walking for prolonged periods, able to reach above and below the shoulder, vision (near sight), vision (far sight), kneel or sit on the floor, push/pulling, grasping, climbing, crawling bending, squatting, and/or twisting
Preferred
Master's Degree in a related field with 2 years of experience
Benefits
Health, life, dental, and vision insurance
Flexible spending accounts
Retirement options
Various leave options
Paid holidays
Wellness benefits
Tuition exemption for qualified positions
Training and development opportunities
Employee discounts
Company
Pennington Biomedical Research Center
Pennington Biomedical Research Center, a campus of Louisiana State University, is a world-renowned leader at the forefront of medical discoveries as it relates to obesity, diabetes, cardiovascular disease, cancer, and dementia.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageRecent News
2023-07-07
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