What are the responsibilities and job description for the Research Associate - AMBC position at Pennington Biomedical Research Center?
Full time
2 days ago
R00101424
At the forefront of medical discovery as it relates to understanding the causes of obesity, diabetes, cardiovascular disease, cancer and dementia, Pennington Biomedical Research Center is a campus of Louisiana State University and conducts basic, clinical and population research. The Center includes Basic Science, Clinical Research, and Population and Public Health, enabling both focused research and translational science. Research at Pennington Biomedical is supported broadly by multiple NIH Research Centers, and includes approximately 65 faculty and 20 postdoctoral fellows who comprise a network of 44 laboratories and 13 highly specialized core service facilities. Pennington Biomedical is located within state-of-the-art research facilities on a 222-acre campus in Baton Rouge, Louisiana.
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Pennington Biomedical Research Center, a world-renowned academic research institute of Louisiana State University, is seeking a Research Associate 1 or 2 in the Animal Metabolism and Behavior Core (AMBC).
The Animal Metabolism and Behavior Core (AMBC) provides equipment and services to examine the metabolic and behavioral phenotype of mice and rats, supporting research scientists both within and outside Pennington Biomedical. The research associate will assist the AMBC Director and AMBC Manager with the daily operation of the AMBC and serve as the primary backup to manage the activities within the AMBC in the absence of the AMBC Manager.
Job Responsibilities
Set up equipment and instrumentation in preparation for experiments and daily data checks to ensure the systems are running properly.
Maintain working knowledge of equipment, including set-up, breakdown, sanitation, proper storage when not in use, and re-commissioning of equipment from storage.
Troubleshooting data and equipment problems as they arise, performing scheduled inventory to replace/repair missing or broken parts as needed, and ensuring all software is up to date.
Coordinate with lab staff regarding study timelines and goals.
Train AMBC users on the proper use of the equipment, how to set up and break down equipment, and understand their daily duties during each experiment.
Manage AMBC data, including quality control, and distribution to users, and assisting lab staff with data analysis.
Work directly with equipment manufacturers to identify and resolve issues within experimental data.
Assist Core leadership with developing, updating, and maintaining compliance with standard operating procedures for instrumentation in the AMBC.
Support the execution of experimental protocols, particularly for external users/clients, including in vivo experimentation, animal handling, and data collection.
Other duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in a science or health related field.
Proficiency with computers and programs (MS Office Suite) and ability to learn software specific to metabolic, behavioral, and phenotyping equipment.
Experience with in vivo preclinical MRI would be highly valued and could lead to expanded role opportunities.
Ability to troubleshoot equipment with some level of independence.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Preferred Qualifications
Master's degree in a science or health related field.
Two or more years of experience using equipment for metabolic and/or behavioral phenotyping of laboratory rodents.
Knowledge of metabolic and behavioral software programs (e.g. Promethion live, Macro Interpreter, Cal-R, Expedata, Ethovision, Anymaze).
Knowledge of statistical software (e.g. JMP, SPSS, R).
- As part of a career progression group, vacancy may be filled from this recruitment as a Research Associate 1 or 2 depending on the level of experience of the selected applicant.
Research Associate 1 - Up to three (3) years of laboratory, research, or relatable experience.
Research Associate 2 - Up to three (3) years of laboratory, research, or relatable experience.
"Louisiana State is a Model Employer for People with Disabilities."
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Pennington Biomedical is located within state-of-the-art research facilities on a 222-acre campus in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. For more information, visit PBRC.
Questions regarding career opportunities at Pennington Biomedical should be sent to hrm@pbrc.edu.
Background Check - An offer of employment is contingent on a satisfactory pre-employment background check.
Benefits - Pennington Biomedical Research Center offers outstanding benefits to eligible employees and their dependents including health, life, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; retirement options; various leave options; paid holidays; wellness benefits; tuition exemption for qualified positions; training and development opportunities; employee discounts; and more!
Positions approved to work outside the State of Louisiana shall be employed through Louisiana State University’s partner, nextSource Workforce Solutions, for Employer of Record Services including but not limited to employment, benefits, payroll, and tax compliance. Positions employed through Employer of Record Services will be offered benefits and retirement as applicable through their provider and will not be eligible for State of Louisiana benefits and retirement.
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Pennington Biomedical Research Center/LSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and SAME Agency:
Pennington Biomedical Research Center and LSU believes diversity, equity, and inclusion enrich the educational experience of our students, faculty, and staff, and are necessary to prepare all people to thrive personally and professionally in a global society. We celebrate diversity and are committed to the principles of diversity and inclusion. We actively seek and encourage qualified applications from persons with diverse backgrounds, cultures, and experiences. PBRC and LSU are 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 with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact the Office of Human Resource Management at hrm@pbrc.edu.
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Questions or concerns can be directed to PBRC Human Resources at 225-763-2776 or hrm@pbrc.edu.
