Chapman University School of Pharmacy ยท 1 month ago
Research Associate, Limited Term
Irvine, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$70K/yr - $70K/yrChapman University School of Pharmacy is seeking a Research Associate for a limited-term position. The candidate will conduct independent research, perform various laboratory techniques, and provide training to undergraduate students, while collaborating with faculty on related research topics.
Higher Education
No H1B
Responsibilities
Conduct research experiments independently and in consultation with supervisor
Perform mouse handling, tattooing, tail sampling, and genotyping
Determine mouse body temperature (rectal thermometry)
Perform mouse blood collection, mouse behavior analysis, mouse organ dissection, thyroidectomy and mouse brain sectioning
Ensure successful execution of time-sensitive and complex experiments, adjusting schedule as needed
Prepare technical reports, papers, graphs and/or records and provides interpretations
Perform PCR , Western blot, ELISA , immunostaining, immunohistochemistry, and other techniques of molecular biology as needed
Maintain mamalian cell lines, perform transfections, and collect samples
Perform bacterial transformation and plasmid purification
Histology sample preparation, confocal microscopy, data analysis, and presentation
Collaborate with other faculty with similar research interests on this topic
Maintains and updates record of all experimental studies
Stores all biochemical data in digital format on computers and backs up regularly
Consult and assist Principal Investigator
Work alongside Principal Investigator to determine method, details, and means of performing the experiments
Furnish regular updates to Principal Investigator
Ensure the facility is well equipped with all necessary tools to conduct research
Place request orders for equipment and lab supplies
Use equipment and laboratory space accordingly to work contract
Qualification
Required
Ph.D in the field of Biomedical Sciences, Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, Cell Biology or Pharmacy with molecular biology emphasis or its equivalent in research skill and subject matter knowledge
Must be available to work extended hours to be able to complete time consuming experiments
Proven experience working with rodents, and genotyping rodents
Proven practical experience with techniques of molecular biology
Working experience with cell lines and/or primary culture
Proficient in research methods, testing and data collection, analysis, evaluation, report writing, independent discretion and judgment
Knowledge of research and experimental methods as issued by Institutional Research Boards
Good organizational skills and ability to prioritize and handle multiple complex tasks independently
Ability to operate laboratory equipment and maintain a safe working environment
Ability to conduct research in a timely manner and document all data
Strong writing skills and computational knowledge
Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with co-workers, investigators and other research staff
Ability to work alone and/or with student (or laboratory) assistants
Company
Chapman University School of Pharmacy
A top 50 research school, Chapman Pharmacy is an ACPE and WASC-accredited institution located in Irvine, California.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageCompany data provided by crunchbase