I. DEPARTMENT INFORMATION
| Job Description Summary: |
GW's Department of Microbiology, Immunology, and Tropical Medicine (
MITM) conducts innovative, fundamental, basic and translational research for
HIV/
AIDS and neglected tropical diseases.
MITM has a strong tradition of training and policy advocacy for these infectious and parasitic diseases, which initiate and perpetuate poverty and suffering worldwide. Additional information on
MITM can be found at the following link:
http://smhs.gwu.edu/microbiology/
MITM is searching for a full-time Research Assistant for Dr. Khan's laboratory. Dr. Khan's main interest is on studying the development and maintenance of CD8+ T cell immunity against Toxoplasma gondii which is a major opportunistic infection in
HIV infected population, as individuals sero-positive for the parasite are susceptible to reactivation of chronic parasitic infection. Using a mouse model of toxoplasmic encephalitis, the laboratory recently reported that CD4 and CD8 T cell exhaustion can be a major cause for reactivation of latent parasitic infection. For coming years, the mechanisms involved in CD4 and CD8 T cell exhaustion/dysfunctionality, and the measures needed to restore the functionality of these cells, is one of the major focuses of the laboratory. The laboratory is responsible for the management of mice breeding colonies and performs diverse experiments including cell culture maintenance, cell preparation from animal tissues, real-time
PCR and flow cytometry analysis.
This research support position contributes to research/development by assisting with experiments in Dr Khan's laboratory. The core responsibilities of this position include assisting with data collection and administration of experimental procedures, and assisting with administrative aspects of preparing manuscripts for publication. This position may perform some lab maintenance duties as a secondary function. This role typically works under immediate supervision, and the primary job functions do not require exercising independent judgment.
Responsibilities include:
- Assists in the management of mice breeding colonies.
- Under general supervision, performs mammalian cells maintenance in vitro and primary T cell preparation from animal tissues.
- Plans and schedules experiments consistent with the timeline and objectives of ongoing research projects.
- Conducts experiments under the supervision of the Principal Investigator.
- Aids other scientists within the laboratory with their day to day experiments.
- Assists in general laboratory upkeep.
- Assists with inventory and ordering of supplies.
- Assists with maintaining equipment.
- Assists in the preparation of manuscripts and grants.
Performs other duties as assigned. The omission of specific duties does not preclude the supervisor from assigning duties that are logically related to the position. |
| Minimum Qualifications: |
Qualified candidates will hold a BA/BS in a related discipline. Degree must be conferred by the start date of the position. |
| Additional Required Licenses/Certifications/Posting Specific Minimum Qualifications: |
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| Preferred Qualifications: |
- Ability to follow a set procedure and ability to work both as a team and independently.
- Highly enthusiastic to learn new techniques.
- Experience handling laboratory animals is desired as the work includes handling mice several hours every day, including ear clipping and tagging for genotyping studies, inoculation as well and colony population management.
- Experience in nucleic acid extraction and Q-PCR, and mammalian cell culture.
- Preference will be given to applicants with skills in immunology-based techniques like flow cytometry.
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| Hiring Range |
$17.75 - $27.01 |
| GW Staff Approach to Pay |
How is pay for new employees determined at GW? |
Healthcare Benefits
GW offers a comprehensive benefit package that includes medical, dental, vision, life & disability insurance, time off & leave, retirement savings, tuition, well-being and various voluntary benefits. For program details and eligibility, please visit https://hr.gwu.edu/benefits-programs. II. POSITION INFORMATION
| Campus Location: |
Foggy Bottom, Washington, D.C. |
| College/School/Department: |
School of Medicine and Health Sciences (SMHS) |
| Family |
Research and Labs |
| Sub-Family |
Laboratory Research |
| Stream |
Service and Support |
| Level |
Level 2 |
| Full-Time/Part-Time: |
Full-Time |
| Hours Per Week: |
40 |
| Work Schedule: |
Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. |
| Will this job require the employee to work on site? |
Yes |
| Employee Onsite Status |
On-campus (in person) |
| Telework: |
No |
| Required Background Check |
Criminal History Screening, Education/Degree/Certifications Verification, Social Security Number Trace, and Sex Offender Registry Search |
| Special Instructions to Applicants: |
- Employer will not sponsor for employment Visa status.
- This position is a grant funded position. Continuation of the position is contingent on grant funding. |
| Internal Applicants Only? |
No |
| Posting Number: |
R002275 |
| Job Open Date: |
04/14/2025 |
| Job Close Date: |
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| Background Screening |
Successful Completion of a Background Screening will be required as a condition of hire. |
| EEO Statement: |
The university is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer that does not unlawfully discriminate in any of its programs or activities on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or on any other basis prohibited by applicable law. |
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George Washington University
Apr 15, 2025