Primary Location University
Job Category:Scientific Research
Organization:392400000 Pharmacology/Toxicology Chair's Office
Employee Status:Regular
Shift:Day/1st Shift
Description
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The University of Alabama at Birmingham is seeking a researcher to work in a laboratory that uses a variety of molecular biology, cell biology, and biochemistry techniques to address changes in DNA damage response and repair from environmental agents and in cancer.
Specific methods include:
1. Nucleic acid analysis including DNA and RNA isolation, PCR, cloning, qPCR, sequencing, Genotyping, gel imaging, flow cytometry, chemiluminescent and nucleic acid stained gel imaging
2. Immunofluorescence and histology including Slide rehydration, Antigen retrieval, Multiplex immunohistochemistry and immunofluorescence, Fluorescent imaging with Keyence or confocal microscope
3. Animal studies are dependent on laboratory needs and may include: Sample collection, Inhalation exposures, administering medications or tumor cells
General Responsibilities
As directed:
To independently set up and perform experiments and procedures in support of lab goals.
To collect, enter, summarize, and analyze data.
To monitor results, detect and report unusual outcomes and suggest modifications.
To develop and improve techniques for the lab.
Key Duties & Responsibilities
Sets up and performs experiments and procedures in support of lab goals.
Develops and improves techniques for the lab.
Contributes to planning/design of studies.
Collects, enters, summarizes and analyzes data.
Monitors results, detects and reports unusual outcomes and suggests modifications.
May assist in planning long or short term goals/fiscal management.
Performs maintenance of lab equipment and supplies.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Salary Range $35,570.00 - $59,800.00 annually
Qualifications
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Requirements
Master's degree in a related field
OR Bachelor’s degree in a related field and two (2) years of related experience
OR Associate's degree in a related field and four (4) years of related experience
Work experience may NOT substitute for education requirement.
Preferences
Previous experience in a research setting
Experience in the following areas:
Standard molecular techniques, including ELISA, PCR, RNA and DNA isolations, and western blots, Cell culture techniques and transfections
Processing and storing human biologic samples
Histology, immunohistochemistry, immunofluorescence, and microscopy imaging
Animal husbandry, genotyping, and minor procedures (e.g., sample collections, organ harvesting, tail snap, ear punch, injection and exposure)
Ability to prepare scientific data for manuscripts and oral presentation
Key Skills
Work well in a team environment
Ability to multi-task
Great work ethic
