Researcher 2

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• Job Title: Researcher 2
• Department: Veterinary Medicine | Veterinary Clinical Sciences

The College of Veterinary Medicine Department of Clinical Sciences is seeking a Researcher 2 with strong laboratory organizational skills, including maintaining laboratory records and compliance documentation (such as EHS records), placing orders, and preparing reports. The successful candidate will have experience handling large animals, particularly horses, including the collection and processing of biological samples such as blood and urine.

This position requires experience in experimental design and proficiency with a variety of laboratory techniques, including immunoassays such as ELISAs and radioimmunoassay. Candidates should also have experience with molecular methods, including DNA/RNA extraction, PCR, and RT-PCR. Additional responsibilities include data and statistical analysis, development of graphics and figures, manuscript preparation, retrieval, and evaluation of scientific information from a variety of sources, and creation of PowerPoint presentations.

Strong interpersonal and communication skills are essential to effectively collaborate with and support colleagues throughout the college.

Working Conditions :

• Routine laboratory duties, including ordering and organizing supplies.
• In some instances, lifting or moving heavy equipment and supplies in the laboratory, or barn in the equine hospital, or farms will be required.
• Working with large animals carries a risk, therefore, he/she must feel comfortable around them.
• The person will be working with some chemicals or irritants.
• Depending on the study, getting to work early in the morning or staying late may be necessary. This can also apply to weekends.
• This person will work with lab members, students, graduate students, residents, and faculty.

Additional Information:

Minimum Qualifications:

• Graduate degree (MS or PhD).
• Desired Qualifications and Education : Veterinary degree with MS or PhD preferred.
• A good understanding of animal physiology is required.
• Must have skills in handling large animals as well as blood collection and processing.
• Skills in experimental design, including data collection, analysis, and reporting.
• Skills with laboratory techniques such as immunoassays, molecular methods (RT-PCR).
• Skills with manuscript writing
• Ability to teach/train others in different methods.
• Teamwork to support lab members, students, graduate students, residents, and faculty.
• This person can assist faculty in other specialty areas (e.g. small animals) with their studies.

Target Salary Range: $ 59,300.00 - $77,500.00 per year ; commensurate with experience, internal equity, the unit’s available budget, and the candidate’s qualifications.

Location:

Veterinary Medicine Academic (0136)

Position Type:

Term (Fixed Term)

Scheduled Hours:

40

Shift:

First Shift

Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check.  A drug screen or physical may be required during the post offer process.

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