Expected Starting Salary Range: 19.73 - 24.05
The Lu Lab's research focuses on the convergence between neural developmental processes, neurological disorders and brain tumorigenesis whereby insight into one yields insight into the others. We are interested in understanding how distinct glial cell types (e.g., myelinating oligodendrocytes) and their stem / progenitor cells contribute to neurological diseases and how dysregulated developmental programs play a role in tumorigenesis both in the central (CNS) and peripheral (PNS) nervous systems.
Representative Responsibilities

• Perform experiments and record data Follow research protocol. Maintain accurate and detailed records of all laboratory work and experiments. Analyze data; perform statistical and graphical analysis of data. Design and execute daily laboratory experiments in coordination with senior laboratory personnel. Reproduces and evaluates techniques and results for accuracy. Apply standard protocols to specific experiments, research and improve current methods, and evaluate innovative techniques. Assists in training students and new/junior laboratory personnel in laboratory techniques and equipment operation.
• Lab Administration Troubleshoot and correct erroneous results or problems with laboratory equipment. Reproduces and evaluates techniques and results for accuracy. Maintain inventory of laboratory supplies and equipment. Maintain cell cultures. Operate standard laboratory equipment. Use and maintains laboratory equipment appropriately. Responds to obviously erroneous results or problems with equipment. Assists in daily operations of the laboratory including answering phone, maintaining lab supplies, organization, and cleanliness.. 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.

Education/ExperienceRequired for RAII:

• High school diploma or equivalent AND 2 years of work experience in a related job discipline OR

Preferred

• Bachelor's degree in a related field

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JobResearch
Primary LocationUnited States-Ohio-Cincinnati-Burnet Building Location T
ScheduleFull-time
ShiftDay Job
Job TypeStandard
Department551010 - EHCB-Brain Tumor Center
Employee StatusRegular
FTE 1.00
Weekly Hours40
Salary Range19.73