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Research Assistant II - Neurogenetics Research

Kennedy Krieger Institute

Baltimore, MDFull-time$40–66K/yrTracked todaySeen in employer's feed today

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At a glance

Compensation
$40–66K/yr
Location
Baltimore, MD
Role Type
Research
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Bachelor's degree

Job overview

The Research Assistant II assists the PI with scientific studies to elucidate cellular mechanisms of neural network dysfunction in genetic models of neurodevelopmental disorders, reading literature, carrying out experiments, planning, analyzing data, drafting manuscripts and presenting findings.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Tissue CultureiPSC Derived Neural CellsFluorescent in Situ HybridizationImmunohistochemistryCalcium ImagingMEA RecordingRodent Surgical TechniquesEEG PlacementPost‑Operative CareBehavioral StudiesEuthanasia ProceduresColony ManagementGenotypingComputerized MicroscopyImage Analysis SystemsR ProgrammingMATLABPython ProgrammingGraphPad PrismStatistics PackagesExperimental Design

Qualifications

Bachelor’s DegreePrevious Laboratory Training and Experience in Any Field of ScienceTwo Years Experience With Tissue Culture, Molecular Biology

Full job description

Overview

The Research Assistant II assists the PI with scientific studies to elucidate the cellular mechanisms of neural network dysfunction in genetic models of

neurodevelopmental disorders. The Research Assistant is able to read and understand scientific literature, carry out experiments, work collaboratively, plan experiments, analyze data, draft the manuscript and make presentations to others about the work.

*Ideal candidate would have tissue culture experience, R, or Phyton, and some exposure to EEG

Responsibilities

  1. Perform tissue culture experiments using iPSC derived neural cells.

  2. Use methods such as fluorescent in situ hybridization, immunohistochemistry, Ca2+ imaging, and MEA recording.

  3. Conduct experiments in rodents, using surgical techniques, post-operative care, behavioral studies and euthanasia, in accordance with IACUC-approved

protocols and the Guide for the Care and Use of Experimental Animals.

  1. Manage the colony of transgenic mice, obtaining samples for genotyping, maintaining accurate records of genotypes and breeding, and managing

supply of breeders and mice required for experiments.

  1. Use computerized microscopy and image analysis systems to collect experimental data; analyze data with statistics packages such as R and

GraphPad Prism.

  1. Design and plan experiments, in coordination with the PI, using above/other methods.

  2. Work cooperatively with others in the laboratory to carry out collaborative research.

Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Experience in MATLAB, R and Phyton is preferred.

  • Training in animal surgical techniques, EEG placement and post-operative care is preferred

EDUCATION:

  • Bachelor’s degree required, preferably in a science related field such as biology, neuroscience, psychology, biomedical engineering, computer science, or physics.

EXPERIENCE:

  • Previous laboratory training and experience in any field of science is required.

  • Two years’ experience with tissue culture, molecular biology, is preferred.

Minimum pay range

USD $40,043.12/Yr.

Maximum pay range

USD $66,204.53/Yr.

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Vacancy ID 13486

Pos. Category Research & Laboratories

Job Location : Street 707 N Broadway

# of Hours 40.00

Job Locations US-MD-Baltimore

Pos. Type Regular Full Time

Department : Name Neurogenetics Research

Equal Opportunity Provider & Employer M/F/Disability/ProtectedVet

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