Case Western Reserve University · 20 hours ago
Research Assistant 3
Cleveland, OH
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$46K/yr - $58K/yr
3+ years expCase Western Reserve University is committed to providing quality education and research opportunities. The Research Assistant 3 will coordinate research work in medical and related technical areas, perform data analysis using multi-omics approaches, and conduct wet lab work involving neurodegenerative diseases.
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Responsibilities
Coordinate laboratory/ research activities. Plan and carry out projects in accordance with general plans. Perform statistical analysis on public/lab datasets for scRNA-seq and proteomics results, as well as genome-wide association study (GWAS) analysis to identify genetic variants in neurodegenerative diseases. (30%)
Work closely with the principal investigator. Assist the principal investigator for funding application. (10%)
Carry out complex research assignments of a non-routine nature. Perform research work in mouse models of neurodegenerative disease by breeding mice, tattooing or ear tagging mice, genotyping mouse tails by PCR and Real-time PCR, maintaining mouse databases, surgery (pre-, intra-, and post-operative procedures), and behavioral testing. (25%)
Devise new protocols and techniques for research projects involving a high degree of skill and training. Learn new techniques such as RNA in situ hybridization and further develop existing techniques used in the laboratory. (10%)
Evaluate adequacy of techniques; study and test new procedures and analyze data. Perform research work in the field of neurodegenerative diseases using cellular and molecular biology techniques, such as mammalian cell cultures, Western blotting, tissue and cell stating, and quantification and presentation of test results. (10%)
May supervise students and technicians. Supervise undergraduates. (5%)
May co-author research projects. Assist in manuscript writing for paper publications. (5%)
May monitor the laboratory budget. Monitor the budget and report to principal investigator. (5%)
Perform other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
3 to 5 years of related experience required
Bachelor of Science degree required
Has knowledge of commonly-used concepts, practices, and procedures within a particular field
Knowledge and strong skills in data analysis and statistics
Python and R skills are required
Ability to operate laboratory equipment
Demonstrated history of successful support, education, and advocacy for all students, aligned with the values, mission, and messaging of the university
Ability to meet consistent attendance
Ability to interact with colleagues, supervisors and customers face to face
Must demonstrate compliance with university animal research and care (ARC) policies and procedures and compliance to regulations of the Animal Welfare Act, Public Health Service Policy, AAALAC guidelines and other applicable regulatory guidelines
Must be able and willing to learn new techniques, procedures, processes, and computer gear to protect the health of the animals
Preferred
Previous experience working with animals preferred
Benefits
Excellent healthcare
Retirement plans
Tuition assistance
Paid time off
Winter recess
Company
Case Western Reserve University
Case Western Reserve University is among the nation's leading research institutions.
5001-10000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$1.17M2015-10-12Grant· $1.17M
Leadership Team
Caden Kacmarynski
Co-Founder and President - Case Quantum Computing
Christine Kush
Associate Dean, Corporate Partnerships and Executive Education
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