Research Associate - Saini Lab

Anticipated Hiring Range : $65,000 – $70,000 (Commensurate with education & experience)

Work Schedule : Monday - Friday, 8am - 5pm, may vary

Job Location : Raleigh, NC

Department : Department of Population Health and Pathobiology

About the Department :

The Department of Population Health and Pathobiology trains doctors of veterinary medicine and scientists who will specialize in understanding and reducing disease in animal populations, particularly food animals. Disease in these populations poses serious risks to food safety, has economic implications, and, in cases where the disease is communicable to humans, is a significant public health hazard.

Our faculty are recognized experts in the fields of epidemiology and public health, pathology, microbiology, immunology, parasitology, pharmacology and risk assessment, and poultry, ruminant, and swine health management. Our goals are to advance veterinary medical science through innovative basic and applied research, and by mentoring and inspiring students, providing world-class clinical and diagnostic services, and offering the public the latest knowledge through innovative extension and engagement activities.

Essential Job Duties :

The Research Associate will contribute to advancing studies in lung inflammation and disease biology by leveraging cutting-edge bioinformatics and experimental techniques. This role emphasizes collaboration, innovation, and the application of modern research methodologies to uncover meaningful insights into complex biological processes. The position offers an opportunity to work on impactful projects in a supportive and collaborative research environment.

What You'll Do :

As a Research Associate, you'll play a vital role in conducting and analyzing groundbreaking research. Your responsibilities will include :

• Investigating animal models of lung inflammation and employing single-cell RNA sequencing approaches.
• Performing laboratory techniques such as cell culture, western blotting, genotyping, RT-PCR, immunoprecipitation, flow cytometry, cytokine estimation, and confocal microscopy.
• Conducting rodent handling and survival surgeries.
• Analyzing NGS (next-generation sequencing) and multiomics data to derive meaningful insights.
• Maintaining and updating datasets, bioinformatics pipelines, and workflows to ensure efficient data processing and analysis.
• Working with scripting languages such as Python, R, and other data visualization tools.

Why Join Us?

By joining our team, you'll collaborate with researchers dedicated to solving complex biological challenges and gain hands-on experience with advanced research techniques.

Qualifications :

Minimum Education and Experience :

Other Required Qualifications :

Preferred Qualifications :

Required License(s) or Certification(s) :

Veterinary and Doctoral degree

Valid NC Driver's License required

Recruitment Dates and Special Instructions :

Job Open Date : 11 / 20 / 2024 Anticipated Close Date : Special Instructions to Applicants : Please include a cover letter, resume / CV, and contact information for professional references.

Position Details :

Position Number : 00111177 Position Type : EHRA Non-Faculty Full Time Equivalent (FTE) (1.0 = 40 hours / week) : 1.0 Appointment : 12 Month Recurring Mandatory Designation - Adverse Weather : Non Mandatory - Adverse Weather Mandatory Designation - Emergency Events : Non Mandatory - Emergency Event Department ID : 196001 - Department of Population Health and Pathobiology AA / EEO

NC State University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, status as an individual with a disability, or status as a protected veteran.

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