Research Assistant

Auburn

$34,610-$71,120

tuition assistance

United States, Alabama, Auburn

1550 East Glenn Avenue (Show on map)

Jan 19, 2025

Position Details

Position Information

Requisition Number	S4194P
Home Org Name	Anatomy Physiol & Pharmacol
Division Name	College of Veterinary Medicine
Position Title	Research Assistant
Job Class Code	HA01 (A-D)
Appointment Status	Full-time
Part-time FTE
Limited Term	No
Limited Term Length
Job Summary	The College of Veterinary Medicine seeks candidates for a Research Assistant position. The individual in this position will be responsible for performing mouse colony management and mouse genotyping on various transgenic strains. Research Assistants support researchers in planning, maintaining or completing research programs and/or projects involved in the discovery of new knowledge, techniques, and concepts that require fundamental scientific/research knowledge, skills, and abilities following relevant policies, procedures, regulations, and laws. About Auburn: At Auburn, our work changes lives. Ranked by U.S. News and World Report as a premier public institution, Auburn University is dedicated to shaping the future of the people of Alabama, the nation, and the world through forward-thinking education, life-enhancing research, scholarship, and selfless service. Auburn is nationally recognized for its commitment to academic excellence, community outreach, positive work environment, student engagement, and thriving community. Why employees choose Auburn: Auburn University was named by Forbes Magazine as one of the state of Alabama's best employers, with employees staying an average of ten years. Employees enjoy competitive benefits that include top-notch health insurance, generous retirement plans, tuition assistance for employees and dependents, flexible spending accounts, and more! It's a Lifestyle: The Auburn/Opelika area is a page right out of Southern Living magazine with an idyllic small-town feel, perfecting a unique balance between a close-knit community and driving consistent growth and development. Paralleling the exponential growth of Auburn University, the Auburn/Opelika area boasts services and amenities that cater to any interest. We're proud of our top school systems, city services, award-winning restaurants, and the infectious spirit of life in a college town. You can find us nestled halfway between the beach and the mountains in a lower-cost-of-living area, two hours outside of Atlanta or Birmingham. If you're new to Auburn, we'd love to introduce you. If you're already acquainted with Auburn, we'll keep it simple: it's time to come home! Learn more about Auburn's impact, generous employee benefits, and thriving community by visiting aub.ie/working-at-auburn.
Essential Functions	Performs mouse colony management; performs mouse genotyping on various transgenic strains; harvests mouse brain tissue and perform histological processing and analysis; record and analyze data from behavioral experiments with mice, such as analyzing sleep/wake states based on EEG data; assists with running behavioral experiments with mice; maintain lab routines; prepare data and graphs for presentation; assists in the development of research proposals, plans and protocols; conducts routine or fundamental experiments, investigations and/or studies related to programs and projects in pursuit of new knowledge, techniques and concepts. Assists with logistical considerations to include equipment, materials, and labor needs. Collects data/samples related to others' research and in routine cases. Records, compiles, processes and analyzes data/samples. Documents results and observations in writing as well as presenting results to others. May assist in the preparation of research results for publication or presentation at conferences to include assisting in literature reviews and assisting in the writing of results and discussions. May instruct students and/or supervise others' research in area of expertise.

Minimum Qualifications

Level I: Bachelor's degree in Biomedical Science or a related field and no experience.
Level II: Bachelor's degree in Biomedical Science or a related field and 2 years of experience in research practices and protocols
Level III: Bachelor's degree in Biomedical Science or a related field and 4 years of experience in research practices and protocols
Level III: Bachelor's degree in Biomedical Science or a related field and 6 years of experience in research practices and protocols

Minimum Skills, License, and Certifications

Minimum Skills and Abilities
Minimum Technology Skills
Minimum License and Certifications

Desired Qualifications

Ability to provide administrative and professional support to research programs and projects.

Skills in statistical analysis, immunohistochemistry, RT PCR

Posting Detail Information

Salary Range	$34,610-$71,120
Job Category	Research
Working Hours if Non-Traditional
City position is located in:	Auburn
State position is located:	Alabama
List any hazardous conditions or physical demands required by this position
Posting Date	01/17/2025
Closing Date
EEO Statement	AUBURN UNIVERSITY IS AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/ EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. It is our policy to provide equal employment and education opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other classification protected by applicable law. The Office of Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity (AA/ EEO) strives to ensure an inclusive and equitable working, living, and learning environment for members of the Auburn University community. Please visit their website to learn more.
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