Overview
Tufts University School of Dental Medicine seeks a Research Assistant for an active basic science laboratory whose research focuses on translational studies on tissue engineering and regeneration, association of dental diseases with systemic diseases including diabetes, osteoarthritis and Alzheimer’s disease and cancer.
In addition to basic methods of cell and molecular biology including signal transduction pathways, microRNA and long noncoding RNA, transgenics and gene knock out the Chen Lab has used a number of rodent animal models, in which stem cells, growth factors and advanced matrix scaffolds are applied.
What You'll Do
Under close supervision of Principal Investigator, the Research Assistant conducts a variety of routine experiments following established lab safety procedures and protocols. Responsibilities include :
- Conducts routine experiments following appropriate protocols and procedures to achieve results
- Performs techniques such as tissue culture, PCR, immunohistochemistry, electrophoresis, protein purification and others
- Records results and maintains accurate records of experiments
- Performs limited data interpretation and assists with basic statistics and analysis
- Monitors animal colonies and performs husbandry, collects samples and maintains census records
- Prepares stock solutions, reagents and other media
- Maintains laboratory operations by ordering supplies, managing equipment and ensuring lab space cleanliness
- Assists students and research fellows and preparation and submission of scientific papers and grants
What We're Looking For
Basic Requirements :
- Knowledge and skills as typically acquired through completion of Bachelor’s degree in biological science with up to 1 year laboratory experience
- Familiarity with basic laboratory techniques and procedures
- Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to work under minimal supervision
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Preferred Qualifications :
Experience working with mice is a plus
Pay Range
Minimum $48,500.00, Midpoint $60,750.00, Maximum $73,000.00
Salary is based on related experience, expertise, and internal equity; generally, new hires can expect pay between the minimum and midpoint of the range.
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