Case Western Reserve University Cleveland , OH 44114
Posted 2 weeks ago
Job Description
POSITION OBJECTIVE
Working with a high degree of independence and under general direction, the Research Assistant 4 will coordinate major research activities to further develop novel therapeutic approaches to control inflammatory disorders while minimizing the risk of infections. The research activities also includes the study host-pathogen interaction with the goal of developing new and improved treatment strategies against major infectious organisms that do not rely on administration of antibiotics (host-directed therapy). This position will work with animals.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
NONESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Perform other duties as assigned. (4%)
CONTACTS
Department: Daily contact with supervisor to discuss research and maintain workflow.
University: Occasional contact with other departments to share information.
External: Limited or no contact with vendors to exchange information.
Students: Daily contact with student employees to train them and supervise them.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY
May supervise research assistants and technicians.
QUALIFICATIONS
Experience: 5 to 8 years of related experience required.
Education: Bachelor's degree in science required.
REQUIRED SKILLS
Expertise in tissue culture, flow cytometry, ELISA, PCR, immunoblot, breeding of mice and collection of mouse organs.
Professional and effective verbal and written communication skills. Strong interpersonal skills; ability to work and communicate with various individuals.
Strong organization skills; ability to multi-task, prioritize and meet deadlines. Must demonstrate attention to detail and accuracy, time management, and follow-through as well as a good habit of maintaining a clean lab working environment.
Ability to organize, maintain and prepare accurate records.
Effective problem-solving skills; sound judgment and good decision-making.
Ability to work effectively independently and collaboratively within a team (must be highly motivated, responsible, dependable and a self-starter).
Ability to interact with colleagues, supervisors and customers face to face.
Ability to meet consistent attendance.
Must demonstrate compliance with Case Western Reserve University animal research and care (ARC) policies and procedures and compliance with regulations of the Animal Welfare Act, Public Health Service Policy, AAALAC guidelines and other applicable regulatory guidelines.
Must demonstrate compassion for animals within Case Western Reserve University facilities and dedication to the Animal Resource Center's mission. Must handle animals with care and respect at all times.
Must be able and willing to learn new techniques, procedures, processes, and gear to protect animals.
Previous experience working with animals required.
Must demonstrate flexibility and ability to work under pressure; must be able and willing to conform to shifting priorities, demands and timeline.
Ability to work with sensitive information and maintain confidentiality.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Excel and GraphPad Prism, Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, and FlowJo is preferred.
Must have the ability to maintain meticulous, complete, and easily retrievable laboratory data.
WORKING CONDITIONS
General laboratory environment: The lab is an open floor plan with abundant bench space for animal handling and manipulations. Ample desk space with computers are also provided. The lab is equipped with two fume hoods for storage of hazardous and non-hazardous materials as well as several freezers. The cell culture room is equipped with 3 incubators, 2 culture hoods, and microscopes. Access to a multi-color Flow Cytometer, ELISA reader and real time PCR machine in a neighboring labs. The employee should expect frequent interactions with lab members from that lab and must be willing to collaborate. Major physical demands include transferring animals between the lab and the animal holding facility, maintaining the animal colonies, as well as weekly changes of mouse/rat cages. The employee will be exposed and use to routine laboratory chemicals and solvents, and paraformaldehyde for tissue processing. Personal protective equipment, including lab coat, gloves and goggles, will be provided to limit exposure to hazards.This position requires handling of animal and tissues from animals and humans following Biosafety Level II practices.
Case Western Reserve University's animal facilities are accredited by the Association for the Assessment and Accreditation of Laboratory Animal Care (AAALAC) and is managed according to the "Guide for the Care and Use of Laboratory Animals" appropriate Federal Animal Welfare Regulations, and the Public Health Service "Policy on the Humane Care and Use of Laboratory Animals." This position, and all animal research personnel, are subject to internal compliance to SOM Animal Resource Center Standard Operating Procedures and to compliance regulations of the Animal Welfare Act, Public Health Service Policy, AAALAC guidelines, the State of Ohio Veterinary Practice Act, Federal Drug Enforcement Administration regulatory guidelines, US Food and Drug Administration Center for Veterinary Medicine regulations and other applicable regulatory guidelines.
Diversity Statement
In employment, as in education, Case Western Reserve University is committed to Equal Opportunity and Diversity. Women, veterans, members of underrepresented minority groups, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
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Reasonable Accommodations
Case Western Reserve University provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process should contact the Office of Equity at 216-368-3066 to request a reasonable accommodation. Determinations as to granting reasonable accommodations for any applicant will be made on a case-by-case basis.
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