Summary:
Under supervision and following established policies and procedures conducts experiments using in vivo/or in vitro techniques. Manages the animal colony. Operates monitoring equipment; collects and analyzes data using statistical methodology. Reviews literature in the field for informational purposes or to gather data.

Responsibilities:

Will conduct research to examine the role of cell adhesion molecules in heart development and disease. Recent research in the lab focuses on understanding the molecular mechanisms by which the cadherin-catenin cell adhesion complex regulates heart muscle growth (Li et al. Circ. Res. 2015; Vite et al. Development 2018). The project utilizes genetically altered mouse models and primary cell culture.

Responsibilities include genotyping record keeping and animal colony management. Under general supervision perform variety of molecular cellular and histological techniques including polymerase chain reaction (PCR) DNA RNA & protein isolation and primary cell culture. Other responsibilities include supply ordering assist in preparation of manuscripts and attend weekly group meetings.

Gathers tabulates graphs develops explanatory charts and analyzes data using statistical methodology. May use computer programming to assist in data analysis.

Reviews literature pertaining to research being conducted in the scientific area of interest for information in order to better understand the research conducted and to gather data. Performs routine laboratory cleaning and maintenance functions as required.

Prepares reagents and/or drugs for use in conducting experiments. Participates in planning research protocols developing research methodologies on providing input for the interpretation of data.

Other information:

BASIC KNOWLEDGE:

Completion of a Bachelor of Science Degree in the scientific field off the research being conducted.

Requires a working knowledge of statistics computer programming and research methodology.

Requires a professional level of knowledge of the scientific field germane to the research being conducted.

EXPERIENCE:

Three to six months related experience.

WORK ENVIRONMENT ANDPHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Works in a laboratory environment with possible exposure to human and animal serum chemical reagents animal subjects and radioactive materials. Hazards are minimized with adherence to established safety protocols.