Research Associate III, Biochemistry & Molecular Biology Engineering Staff-Sheetz Lab

Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in basic science or equivalent and 5 years of related experience or Master's degree in basic science or equivalent and 3 years of related experience required.

Preferred Skill/Competency:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering or Ultrasound Technology and required experience based on degree type.
• Engineering experience, with a focus of ultrasound technology
• Animal Science/Care Surgery
• Biological Assays
• Quantitative Analysis
• Qualitative Analysis
• Data Analysis
• Tabulation of Data
• Equipment Calibration
• Technical Writing Experience

Job Description:

Research Associate III's conduct a variety of routine and non-routine research assignments, experiments and assists with ultrasound device assembly and operation.

Specific Job Related Duties:

Dr. Sheetz' lab is focused on using ultrasound technology to rejuvenate aged cells and tissues (see https://doi.org/10.1101/2022.12.08.519320). The best candidate will be one with both an engineering background and a working knowledge of ultrasound technology.

Recent Research Link: https://www.newscientist.com/article/2354698-a-blast-of-ultrasound-waves-could-rejuvenate-ageing-cells/

Dr. Sheetz' Google Scholar Page: https://scholar.google.com/citations?user=aVorcfUAAAAJ&hl=en/

• Plans, coordinates and directs moderately complex research experiments following general technical procedures.
• Establishes and oversees quality control measures for assigned project operations.
• Makes modification to research procedures as determined by Principal Investigator.
• Contributes to scientific analysis and interpretation of projects.
• Maintains records of all tests performed and data collected, compiles and tabulates data, provides analysis of results.
• Confers with lab staff regarding results obtained and receives suggestions for modification to procedures and interpretation of final data.
• Ensures the accurate assembly, calibration, operation and modification of a variety of laboratory equipment as defined by appropriate guidelines.
• Makes minor modifications and repairs to equipment as necessary.
• Independently performs literature searches as outlined by the Principal Investigator.
• Oversees lab inventory of supplies and equipment.
• May provide guidance to junior research staff.
• Adheres to internal controls established for department.
• Performs related duties as required.

Salary Range: $53,360-$72,000 annually depending on experience and qualifications.

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