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University of Louisville · 6 hours ago

Research Assistant II

positionLouisville, KY
timeFull-time
remoteOnsite
seniorityEntry Level
date1+ years exp

The University of Louisville is seeking a Research Assistant II in the Department of Microbiology and Immunology. The role involves investigating immune evasion mechanisms in immunotherapy-resistant cancers and conducting laboratory experiments and analyses following defined procedures.

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Responsibilities

Perform experimental procedures, record, and consolidate data
Collect tissues and culture samples and conduct a variety of assays and experimental tests
Prepare materials for faculty and staff research reports
Present data at lab meeting, monthly research in progress
Calibrate and operate a variety of laboratory equipment
Prepare line culture media for the production, and cell proliferation
Assess the cytotoxicity of the drug in vitro against cancer cell lines
May perform routine experimental procedures on laboratory animals, including the performance of surgical procedures or administration of drugs
Perform related duties as assigned

Qualification

Laboratory analysisCell cultureExperimental proceduresMicrosoft WordMicrosoft ExcelAnimal handlingDrug dilutionsCoding experienceGenetics backgroundOrganization skills

Required

Associate's degree in a related field and one (1) or more years of relevant experience or the equivalent combination of education and experience
Ability to conduct experiments and laboratory analysis following clearly defined procedures
Perform experimental procedures, record, and consolidate data
Collect tissues and culture samples and conduct a variety of assays and experimental tests
Prepare materials for faculty and staff research reports
Present data at lab meeting, monthly research in progress
Calibrate and operate a variety of laboratory equipment
Prepare line culture media for the production, and cell proliferation
Assess the cytotoxicity of the drug in vitro against cancer cell lines
May perform routine experimental procedures on laboratory animals, including the performance of surgical procedures or administration of drugs
Perform related duties as assigned

Preferred

Work with animals
Some genetics background
Any coding experience is highly preferred
Background in Biology, Chemistry, Engineering, Psychology or biomedical field and have related undergraduate research experience

Company

University of Louisville

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The University of Louisville is a state supported research university located in Kentucky's largest metropolitan area.
dateFounded in 1798
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Louisville, Kentucky, USA
people-size5001-10000 employees
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http://louisville.edu/research/offices/technology-transfer/

H1B Sponsorship

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2022 (51)
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Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage

Leadership Team

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Melisa Adkins, EJD, MBA, BSN, RN
Chief Executive Officer- UofL Health- Mary & Elizabeth w/oversight of Peace & South Hospitals
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In K. Kim
Co-Director, Co-Founder, Center for Health Process Innovation (CHPI)
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