Research Associate II

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Memphis, TN, USA
In-Office
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The Role
Conducts academic research on gene-environment interactions in human disease using multi-omic approaches and in vivo and in vitro models. Performs animal, molecular, and cellular experiments; exercises technical discretion in experimental design, execution, and interpretation; prepares reports, protocols, summaries, and quantitative analyses; and may present findings at seminars and conferences. The role also requires lab management and strong written and oral communication skills.
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You will join a collaborative team of scientists studying the roles of gene-environment interactions in the etiology, treatment, and prevention of human disease in an academic setting. Our investigations into complex system-level responses utilize multi-omic approaches in in vivo and in vitro models. We are seeking a person with strong experience in animal research and molecular/cellular techniques. Lab managerial and strong oral and written communication skills are required. You should possess a minimum of a bachelor’s degree in a science-related field plus one to two years of appropriate research-based experience. A research-based master's degree may substitute for the required research experience. This is a limited position; continuation is dependent on funding availability. Competitive benefits package included.

Responsibilities

Responsible for performing research and development experiments for projects and products in collaboration with others. Regularly exercises technical discretion in the design, execution and interpretation of experiments that contribute to project goals. Prepares technical reports, summaries, protocols, and quantitative analyses.  May participate in external seminars and scientific conferences.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in relevant area and one to two years of appropriate experience. Relevant experience may substitute for required education.

Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time.

Skills Required

  • Bachelor's degree in a relevant science-related field
  • One to two years of appropriate research-based experience
  • Relevant experience may substitute for the required education
  • Research-based master's degree may substitute for required research experience
  • Strong experience in animal research
  • Experience with molecular and cellular techniques
  • Lab management skills
  • Strong oral and written communication skills
  • Authorization to work in the United States without employer visa sponsorship

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