RESEARCHER ASSOCIATE

Overview

The University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB), Genetics Research Division, is seeking a skilled Researcher Associate to join their team. The candidate will independently set up and perform experiments and procedures in support of lab goals as directed. To collect, enter, summarize and analyze data. To monitor results, detect and report unusual outcomes and suggest modifications. To develop and improve techniques for the lab.

General Responsibilities

As a Researcher Associate, this intermediate-level position will require you to independently conduct more complex studies and analyses, contributing to the advancement of research projects. With greater autonomy, you will design experiments, interpret data, and collaborate with senior researchers to develop and refine research protocols. Your role may also include mentoring junior staff and ensuring compliance with safety and regulatory standards. Depending on the research focus, this position may involve research collaborator contact, research animal contact, and / or specimens.

Key Duties & Responsibilities

• Maintain and expand animal breeding colonies according to study protocols. Provide routine animal care, maintenance and animal husbandry.
• Set up and track the performance of breeding pairs, document the birth, size, and sex of litters, and wean litters. Ensure appropriate record keeping for the colony.
• Handle, restrain, and perform routine animal techniques on animals according to study protocols.
• Perform standard experiments with cell lines or primary cells.
• Collect, enter, summarize and analyze data.
• Maintain safe, clean and organized laboratory environment and areas.
• Perform maintenance of lab equipment and supplies / reagents. Organize, maintain, and record the appropriate storage of samples.
• Maintain functional electronic documentation such as lab records of reagents, materials, activities and data.
• Perform other duties as assigned

Hourly Range $19.80- $32.15

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in a related field OR Associate's degree in a related field and two (2) years of related experience OR High School diploma or GED and four (4) years of related experience required. Work experience may NOT substitute for education requirement.

Preferences

Primary Location University

Job Category Clinical Research

Organization 392704000 Genetics Research Div

Employee Status Regular

Shift Day / 1st Shift

Work Arrangement (final schedule to be determined by the department / hiring manager) Onsite

Equal Opportunity Statement UAB is an Equal Employment / Equal Educational Opportunity Institution dedicated to providing equal opportunities and equal access to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, sex (including pregnancy), genetic information, age, disability, and veteran's status. As required by Title IX, UAB prohibits sex discrimination in any education program or activity that it operates. Individuals may report concerns or questions to UAB's Assistant Vice President and Senior Title IX Coordinator. The Title IX notice of nondiscrimination is located at uab.edu / titleix.

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