What are the responsibilities and job description for the RESEARCH ASSOCIATE 2 position at LSU Health Sciences Center New Orleans?
Posting Details
Posting Summary
Functional Position Title
RESEARCH ASSOCIATE 2
Position Number
00057368
Appointment Type
Regular
Location-City
New Orleans
School/Division
MEDICAL SCHOOL
Department
Center of excellence-Cancer
Position Summary
The LSUHSC Cancer Center is seeking a Research Associate 2 (RA2) to plan, assist and conduct laboratory experiments on the research project "A Mechanistic Study to elucidate the role of Protein S in elevating the risk of Thrombosis in Obese, Pre-menopausal women”. The incumbent is expected to manage and perform general day-to-day lab operations including daily and routine maintenance of lab equipment and instruments and lab safety inspection and management. They will analyze, summarize, and organize collected data together with the Principal Investigator and draft, edit and revise reports and manuscripts for publication in professional journals. The RA2 will also purchase and/or recommend purchase of lab supplies, reagents and new equipment for research projects.
The incumbent must have the ability to travel to various clinics/sites with reliable transportation as they may be required to collect /draw blood from study participants, isolate plasma, perform immunoblotting and various coagulation assays using Spectrophotometer, and conduct protein purification using HPLC, FPLC techniques.
Successful candidates must be able to work with a high degree of self-motivation.
The incumbent must have the ability to travel to various clinics/sites with reliable transportation as they may be required to collect /draw blood from study participants, isolate plasma, perform immunoblotting and various coagulation assays using Spectrophotometer, and conduct protein purification using HPLC, FPLC techniques.
Successful candidates must be able to work with a high degree of self-motivation.
Additional Position Information
Minimum Qualifications
Required Education
Bachelor's
If Other Required Education, please specify
Discipline(s)
Basic or Health Science or Related field
Certifications/Licenses Required
Certified phlebotomist or willingness to attend a phlebotomy certification course upon hire
Indicate the minimum number of years required to do the job
3
Indicate the type of experience required to do the job
Clinical and/or bench research experience
Indicate if any combination of specific experience, training and education may be substituted for the required education or experience
Master’s degree with 2 years or less of experience
Preferred Qualifications
Preferred Education
If Other Preferred Education, please specify
Discipline(s)
Certifications/Licenses Preferred
Phlebotomy
Indicate the preferred experience to perform the job
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number
U01464P
Number of Vacancies
1
Desired Start Date
Position End Date (if temporary)
Posting Close Date
Open Until Filled
Yes
Application Review Date to Begin
Special Instructions Summary
EEO Statement
LSU Health New Orleans seeks candidates who will contribute to a climate where students, faculty, and staff of all identities and backgrounds have equitable access and success opportunities. As an equal opportunity employer, we welcome all to apply without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, physical or mental disability, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. LSU Health New Orleans is also designated as a State As a Model Employer (SAME) agency and provides assistance to persons needing accommodations or with the accessibility of materials. For those seeking such accommodations or assistance related to this search, we encourage you to contact the Office of Human Resource Management (HRMADA@lsuhsc.edu).
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Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- * Which of the following best describes your earned degree and work experience or will by start date?
- A Bachelor's degree in Basic or Health Science or related field AND at least three (3) years' Clinical and/or bench research experience
- At least a Master’s Degree AND at least two (2) years of Clinical and/or bench research experience
- None of the above
- * Are you a Certified phlebotomist or are you willing to attend a phlebotomy certification course upon hire?
- Yes
- No
