A cover letter is required for consideration for this position and should be attached as the first page of your resume. The cover letter should address your specific interest in the position and outline skills and experience that directly relate to this position.
The MacDougald lab is recruiting a researcher and lab manager. This individual will help manage several colonies of mice and perform routine analyses of metabolism and gene expression. In addition to ordering supplies and lab administration, this person will provide technical support for students and postdoctoral fellows. We're looking for a bright, enthusiastic, and positive force within the lab. Opportunities abound for presenting at journal clubs and lab meetings, and developing an independent line of inquiry.
- Will work with a team of grad students and postdocs to investigate aspects of adipose tissue biology using mouse models and human samples. The analyses will include histology, genotyping, dissections, metabolic measurements and much more.
- Will be responsible for the administrative and lab maintenance duties, like ordering lab supplies, updating the animal protocol, interacting with sales representatives, maintaining equipment, etc.?)
- Eventually supervise undergraduate students
Bachelor's degree with 1 to 20 years of experience welcome to apply. Position offered with be commensurate with qualifications.
Research Lab Tech Associate: HS Diploma or Assoc Degree and 0-1 years? experience required.
Research Lab Tech Intermediate: HS Diploma or Assoc Degree and 1-3 years? experience required.
Research Lab Tech Senior: Bachelor?s Degree in Cell Biology/Biochemistry/ Physiology and 1-2 years? experience required.
This position may be underfilled at a lower classification depending on the qualifications of the selected candidate.
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