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Laboratory Assistant Jobs
Company | Temple University |
Address | , Philadelphia, Pa |
Employment type | FULL_TIME |
Salary | |
Expires | 2023-07-02 |
Posted at | 1 year ago |
Grade: V11
Hourly Rate: $20.54
A variety of important factors are reviewed by HR when considering salary, including job duties, the applicant’s education and experience, all relevant internal equity considerations, department budget, and funding source.
The Laboratory Assistant will work under the close supervision of the PI at the Lewis Katz’s School of Medicine’s Shriners Pediatric Research Center. The Laboratory Assistant will participate in ongoing exciting research projects to study the molecular and cellular mechanisms underlying CNS regeneration failure, neuronal damage, and neural repair. The major goal of our research is to develop effective therapeutic strategies for repairing CNS injuries and disorders, including spinal cord trauma, optic nerve injury, and multiple sclerosis.
The primary responsibilities for this position include maintaining lab supplies and equipment routinely conducting immunostaining and other histological and biochemical lab procedures; assist with animal experiments including surgery, histological and anatomical preparation and analyses; general laboratory animal handling, timed mating and genotyping; acquire images from various microscopes and also use imaging software to analyze data. Performs other duties as assigned.
Required Education and Experience:
At least one year of related laboratory experience. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
- Ability to work in an environment exposed to fumes, airborne particles, and laboratory mice without an allergic reaction.
- Demonstrated computer skills, and proficiency with spreadsheet and database software programs.
- Demonstrated ability to operate standard laboratory equipment.
- Demonstrated ability to perform histological techniques such as tissue embedding, sectioning, and staining.
- Demonstrated written and verbal communication skills.
- Demonstrated knowledge of PCR and basic molecular biology method(s).
- Demonstrated organizational skills with the ability to handle multiple tasks.
- Demonstrated ability to complete experiments in a timely manner.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Demonstrated ability to manage mouse/rodent breeding colonies and perform mouse/rodent handling functions.
Preferred: Bachelor's Degree
This is a grant funded position
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Temple University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all in every aspect of its operations, including employment, service, and educational programs. The University has pledged not to discriminate on the basis of age, color, disability, marital status, national origin or ethnic origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or veteran status.
Compliance Statement: In the performance of their functions as detailed in the position description employees have an obligation to avoid ethical, legal, financial and other conflicts of interest to ensure that their actions and outside activities do not conflict with their primary employment responsibilities at the institution. Employees are also expected to understand and be in compliance with applicable laws, University and employment policies and regulations, including NCAA regulations for areas and departments which their essential functions cause them to interact.
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