Temporary Research Assistant II

Department:

Pharmacology-JM

Location:

Health Sciences Center

Time Type:

Full time

Worker Type:

Temporary (Fixed Term)

Job Req ID:

R108088

Minimum Requirements:

Three (3) or more years of relevant experience or the equivalent combination of education and experience.

Position Description:

The Temporary Research Assistant II in the Department of Pharmacology and Toxicology will perform laboratory-based experiments to investigate genetic factors that modify cancer and metabolic disease risks following exposures to environmental and dietary toxicants.

Assist in laboratory ordering and biosafety management duties.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Read and understand scientific literature to design experiments

• Understand and perform experimental protocols

• Understand and adhere to biosafety regulations

• Contribute towards instrument maintenance and troubleshooting

Preferred Qualifications

• BS in biological or chemical sciences

• Laboratory research experience in cell culture and biochemical assays.

• Evidence of research productivity and communication of experimental results

• Demonstrated interest and potential for research independence appropriate for matriculation into a PhD program in biomedical sciences.

• References that attest to work effort and ability to perform experiments independently towards broad research objectives

Competencies

• DNA and RNA extractions, qPCR, cell culture, enzymatic analyses, biochemical and molecular assays, data management, and research planning.  

• Ability to use software for fund accounting and data presentation. 

• Ability to prepare and effectively communicate research reports and presentations. 

• Ability to manage and prioritize time to effectively perform duties assigned.

Compensation will be commensurate to candidate experience.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of Louisville is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. The University strives to provide equal employment opportunity on the basis of merit and without unlawful discrimination on the basis of race, sex, age, color, national origin, ethnicity, creed, religion, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, veteran status, marital status, or pregnancy. In accordance with the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Vietnam Era Veteran Readjustment Act of 1974, the University prohibits job discrimination of individuals with disabilities, Vietnam era veterans, qualified special disabled veterans, recently separated veterans, and other protected veterans. The University acknowledges its obligations to ensure affirmative steps are taken to ensure equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants for employment. It is the policy of the University that no employee or applicant for employment be subject to unlawful discrimination in terms of recruitment, hiring, promotion, contract, contract renewal, tenure, compensation, benefits, and/or working conditions. No employee or applicant for employment is required to endorse or condemn a specific ideology, political viewpoint, or social viewpoint to be eligible for hiring, contract renewal, tenure, or promotion.

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Assistance and Accommodations

Computers are available for application submission at the Human Resources Department located at 215 Central Avenue, Ste 205 - Louisville, Kentucky 40208.

If you require assistance or accommodation with our online application process, please contact us by email at employment@louisville.edu or by phone 502-852-6258.