University of Maryland, Baltimore (UMB) · 1 day ago
Laboratory Research Assistant (Contractual II)
Baltimore, MD
Contract
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
$45K/yr - $47K/yrThe University of Maryland, Baltimore is a public university seeking a Laboratory Research Assistant for its Department of Neurobiology in the School of Medicine. The role involves performing routine and advanced laboratory research activities, compiling and analyzing research data, and assisting with administrative duties such as training graduate students and preparing manuscripts.
Higher Education
Responsibilities
Perform routine laboratory maintenance and research activities such as: general housekeeping, wipe tests, immunohistochemistry, and histology analysis, preparing solutions, executing biochemical procedures
Participate in the design of research studies
Prepare rats for surgical procedures and perform the post-surgical observation
Perform advanced laboratory research activities such as: animal surgery, cannulation, and microinjection
Microscopy techniques, imaging techniques, etc
Compile and analyze research data using various relevant computer software applications
Perform administrative duties such as: training and guiding graduate students; assisting in developing their thesis and doctoral projects, ordering supplies and interfacing with vendors
Assist with literature research, editing and preparing manuscripts, scientific illustrations, and computer graphics for publication
Review grant proposals
Prepare and maintain IACUC and lab protocols
Provide inventory and inspection correspondent
Perform other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in biology or field of science related to the research of the laboratory (addiction and social behavior)
Familiarity with surgical aseptic techniques and USDA Pain and Distress Categories
Perform routine laboratory maintenance and research activities such as: general housekeeping, wipe tests, immunohistochemistry, and histology analysis, preparing solutions, executing biochemical procedures
Participate in the design of research studies
Prepare rats for surgical procedures and perform the post-surgical observation
Perform advanced laboratory research activities such as: animal surgery, cannulation, and microinjection
Microscopy techniques, imaging techniques, etc
Compile and analyze research data using various relevant computer software applications
Perform administrative duties such as: training and guiding graduate students; assisting in developing their thesis and doctoral projects, ordering supplies and interfacing with vendors
Assist with literature research, editing and preparing manuscripts, scientific illustrations, and computer graphics for publication
Review grant proposals
Prepare and maintain IACUC and lab protocols
Provide inventory and inspection correspondent
Perform other duties as assigned
Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
Ability to effectively communicate both verbal and written thoughts, ideas, and facts
Ability to work cooperatively with others and independently
Knowledge of position requirements
Knowledge of all applicable requirements, regulations, and laws
Skill in effective use of applicable technology/systems
Ability to demonstrate, understand, apply, and adhere to the UMB Core Values of Respect and Integrity, Well-being and Sustainability, Equity and Justice, and Innovation and Discovery
Preferred
Prior laboratory experience is preferred
Experience with histology analysis, colony breeding, and maintenance of rats is preferred
Benefits
Generous leave package that includes over 2 weeks of vacation each year
Paid holidays
Sick time
Time for community service
Subsidized comprehensive health insurance
Supplemental retirement options
Professional learning and development programs
Limited tuition remission for employees enrolled at UMB
Life insurance
Long-term disability
Flexible work schedules
Teleworking options
Company
University of Maryland, Baltimore (UMB)
The University of Maryland, Baltimore (UMB) was founded in 1807.
Founded in 1807
5001-10000 employees
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Funding
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CDA Foundation
2024-03-18Grant
Leadership Team
Scott Bitner
Vice President Finance & Auxiliary Services, Deputy CFO
Diane Forbes Berthoud, Ph.D.
Vice President and Chief Diversity Officer; Professor, Graduate School
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