Research Assistant III/IV - Neonatology - A. Collins Lab

Research Assistant III / IV - Neonatology - A. Collins Lab-154770

Description

Expected Starting Salary Range : 23.02 - 28.06 (RAIII)26.42 - 32.71 (RAIV)

The Amélie Collins Laboratory investigates the mechanisms regulating the function and maturation of the blood system in early life in order to determine how those mechanisms shape the ability of neonates to respond to inflammation and infection, a time of particular susceptibility, both during the immediate perinatal period and throughout the lifespan.

The research will investigate how early life exposures (including inflammation, infection, microbial colonization, and metabolism) regulate regenerative responses in fetal and neonatal hematopoetic stem and progenitor cells, both during the perinatal period and throughout the lifespan.

REPRESENTATIVE RESPONSIBILITIES

Perform experiments and record data

Follow established research protocols. Understand the scientific principles involved in the research. Apply those principles to troubleshoot and modify procedures and techniques when appropriate.

Maintain accurate and detailed records of all laboratory work and experiments. Analyze data and perform statistical and graphical analysis of data.

Design and execute daily laboratory experiments in coordination with senior laboratory personnel. Apply standard protocols to specific experiments.

Assists in training post doctoral fellows, graduate students, and junior laboratory personnel in laboratory techniques and equipment.

Capable of directing an undergraduate trainee in simple, well-established procedures. Maintains an active role in laboratory's meetings, presentations, and publications.

Contributes material for reports, publications, journal articles, and abstracts. Able to orally present data in group presentations.

Research and improve current methods

Utilize internal and external resources to reproduce, evaluate, research, and improve techniques, bring in new techniques or modify existing techniques.

Evaluate innovative techniques

Lab Administration

Troubleshoot and correct erroneous results or problems with laboratory equipment. Troubleshoot and / or make modifications as necessary to established procedures.

Maintain inventory of laboratory supplies and equipment. Maintain cell cultures. Operate standard laboratory equipment. Willing and able to assist in daily operations of the laboratory including answering phone, maintaining lab supplies, organization, and cleanliness.

Maintains optimal protocol and assay accuracy by conducting regular quality checks. Provides appropriate safety monitoring checks as assigned (radiation safety, biosafety, etc.)

Serve as a Resource

Demonstrate competence in specific knowledge, skills and behaviors. Effectively communicate with team members and contribute to their growth by sharing knowledge, experience, and skills.

Stay abreast of changes in key systems. Serve as a resource to the department in specific area(s).

Customer Service

Maintain / manage strong working relationships with clients, colleagues, and other key stakeholders. Respond to requests quickly and effectively.

Identify and understand customer needs and expectations and meets them. Communicate any relevant information to clients, colleagues, and other key stakeholders.

Qualifications

EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE

Required for RAIII :

Bachelor's degree in a related field AND 1 year of directly related experience OR Master's degree in a related field

Required for RAIV :

• Bachelor's degree in a related field
• 3 years of experience in related job discipline OR Master's degree and 2 years experience

Cincinnati Children's is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer that values and treasures Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion.

We are committed to creating an environment of dignity and respect for all our employees, patients, and families. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, genetic information, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status.

EEO / AA / M / F / Veteran / Disability

Research

Shift

Day Job

Job Type

Standard

Department

566000 - Neonate & Pul Biol

Employee Status

Regular

Weekly Hours

Salary Range

23.02-33.09