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BSD PAT - Chervonsky Lab
About the Department
Pathogenesis of autoimmune diseases is extremely complex. We are
interested in organ-specific diseases such as autoimmune diabetes and
psoriasis, and we have mouse models for both. Our studies focus on
determining how T cells are initially activated in disease pathogenesis,
how they home to the target organs, and how they destroy these organs.
This at-will position is wholly or partially funded by contractual grant
funding which is renewed under provisions set by the grantor of the
contract. Employment will be contingent upon the continued receipt of
these grant funds and satisfactory job performance.
Job Summary
The job performs routine assignments related to scientific research
projects. Ensures compliance of research activities with institutional,
state, and federal regulatory policies, procedures, directives and
mandates. Analyzes possible solutions using standard procedures. Writes
articles, reports and manuscripts. Assists in drafting presentations on
research findings.
Responsibilities
- Perform routine and complex technical duties in an ongoing study of
gender bias in autoimmunity.
- Perform DNA cloning procedures, including gene-targeting, analysis
of transgenic mice and knock out animals.
- Perform surgery on mice.
- Manage transgenic mouse colony.
- Assist with organizing laboratory and lab records and data analysis.
- Assist with the ordering of supplies, maintenance of stock solutions
- Maintains technical and administrative support for a research
project.
- Analyzes and maintains data and/or specimens. Conducts literature
reviews. Assists with preparation of reports, manuscripts and other
documents.
- Installs, sets up and performs experiments; interacting with
students and other laboratory staff under the direction of the
principal investigator.
- Maintains recruiting and scheduling research subjects; assisting
with developing or amending study protocols; assisting with
developing data collection tools; assisting with building databases;
and providing general administrative support. Has general awareness
in research techniques or methods, regulatory policies and
procedures, and relevant scientific field.
- Performs other related work as needed.
Minimum Qualifications
Education:
Minimum requirements include a college or university degree in related
field.
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Work Experience:
Minimum requirements include knowledge and skills developed through
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Certifications:
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Preferred Qualifications
Education:
- BS or MS in Biological Sciences.
Experience:
- Experience performing general biological experimental tasks.
- Experience working with animals in a lab setting.
Working Conditions
Application Documents
- Resume (required)
- Cover Letter (preferred)
When applying, the document(s) MUSTbe uploaded via the My
Experience page, in the section titled Application Documents of
the application.
Job Family
Research
Role Impact
Individual Contributor
FLSA Status
Non-Exempt
Pay Frequency
Biweekly
Scheduled
Weekly Hours
40
Benefits Eligible
Yes
Drug Test Required
No
Health Screen Required
Yes
Motor Vehicle Record Inquiry Required
No
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