What are the responsibilities and job description for the RESEARCHER ASSOCIATE position at University of Alabama at Birmingham?
Position Summary:
The University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB), Ophthalmology, is seeking a Researcher Associate. The new Lewis Lab (https://sites.uab.edu/lewislab/) studies the biology of vision and the pathophysiology of visual disease in animal models. This is an excellent opportunity to work in an exciting biomedical research environment while learning and perfecting laboratory skills. The job responsibilities will involve independently maintaining mouse colonies, including genotyping, and supporting other lab researchers in conducting experiments using cellular/molecular and biochemical approaches. This position is ideal for a candidate seeking experience in academic biomedical research and/or planning a graduate, medical or veterinary school career in the future.
As a Researcher Associate, this intermediate-level position will require you to independently conduct more complex studies and analyses, contributing to the advancement of research projects. With greater autonomy, you will design experiments, interpret data, and collaborate with senior researchers to develop and refine research protocols. Your role may also include mentoring junior staff and ensuring compliance with safety and regulatory standards. Depending on the research focus, this position may involve research collaborator contact, research animal contact, and/or specimens.
Key Duties and Responsibilities
Bachelor's degree in a related field OR Associate's degree in a related field and two (2) years of related experience OR High School diploma or GED and four (4) years of related experience required. Work experience may NOT substitute for education requirement.
UAB is an Equal Employment/Equal Educational Opportunity Institution dedicated to providing equal opportunities and equal access to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, sex (including pregnancy), genetic information, age, disability, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, and veteran’s status. As required by Title IX, UAB prohibits sex discrimination in any education program or activity that it operates. Individuals may report concerns or questions to UAB’s Assistant Vice President and Senior Title IX Coordinator. The Title IX notice of nondiscrimination is located at uab.edu/titleix.
Primary Location
University
Job Category
Scientific Research
Organization
311600000 Ophthalmology
Employee Status
Regular
Shift
Day/1st Shift
Work Arrangement (final schedule to be determined by the department/hiring manager)
Onsite
The University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB), Ophthalmology, is seeking a Researcher Associate. The new Lewis Lab (https://sites.uab.edu/lewislab/) studies the biology of vision and the pathophysiology of visual disease in animal models. This is an excellent opportunity to work in an exciting biomedical research environment while learning and perfecting laboratory skills. The job responsibilities will involve independently maintaining mouse colonies, including genotyping, and supporting other lab researchers in conducting experiments using cellular/molecular and biochemical approaches. This position is ideal for a candidate seeking experience in academic biomedical research and/or planning a graduate, medical or veterinary school career in the future.
As a Researcher Associate, this intermediate-level position will require you to independently conduct more complex studies and analyses, contributing to the advancement of research projects. With greater autonomy, you will design experiments, interpret data, and collaborate with senior researchers to develop and refine research protocols. Your role may also include mentoring junior staff and ensuring compliance with safety and regulatory standards. Depending on the research focus, this position may involve research collaborator contact, research animal contact, and/or specimens.
Key Duties and Responsibilities
- Maintain mouse colonies, including their genotyping and record keeping.
- Dependent on the nature of ongoing projects, experimental approaches may include (but are not limited to): DNA cloning, Western blotting, tissue processing for microscopy, processing samples for mass spectrometry
- Participate in weekly lab meetings and discuss data with the Principal Investigator.
- Review literature to stay on top of new scientific developments and obtain information to assist in new experimental design and optimizing protocols.
- Conduct, analyze and troubleshoot experiments independently or under supervision. Assist in setting up the lab with reagents and supplies.
- Perform other duties as assigned
Bachelor's degree in a related field OR Associate's degree in a related field and two (2) years of related experience OR High School diploma or GED and four (4) years of related experience required. Work experience may NOT substitute for education requirement.
UAB is an Equal Employment/Equal Educational Opportunity Institution dedicated to providing equal opportunities and equal access to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, sex (including pregnancy), genetic information, age, disability, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, and veteran’s status. As required by Title IX, UAB prohibits sex discrimination in any education program or activity that it operates. Individuals may report concerns or questions to UAB’s Assistant Vice President and Senior Title IX Coordinator. The Title IX notice of nondiscrimination is located at uab.edu/titleix.
Primary Location
University
Job Category
Scientific Research
Organization
311600000 Ophthalmology
Employee Status
Regular
Shift
Day/1st Shift
Work Arrangement (final schedule to be determined by the department/hiring manager)
Onsite
Salary : $20 - $27
