Research Assistant Molecular Genetics

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Founded in 1819, the University of Cincinnati embarks upon its third century - building on the past and defining the future by leading urban, public universities into a new era of innovation and impact through its strategic direction, Next Lives Here. Underscoring the power of creativity, ingenuity, invention and inclusion, what's Next will accelerate our unrivaled momentum, evidenced by eight straight years of record enrollment and rankings that include placement among America's top 100 public universities by U.S. News & World Report. Home to a diverse student body of nearly 47,000 and more than 4,200 distinguished faculty, the university combines its Research 1 (Very High Research Activity) Carnegie Classification with a physical setting that The New York Times recently acclaimed as the most ambitious campus design program in the country.

 

JOB OVERVIEW

As one of the oldest medical schools in the country, the UC College of Medicine has a reputation for training best-in-class health care professionals and developing cutting-edge procedures and research that improves the health and clinical care of patients.

A position is available to support research conducted in the laboratory of Dr. Tom Thompson to study molecules in the Transforming Growth Factor b signaling pathway. The qualified candidate will join a research team and assist with the coordination of laboratory projects or research studies by making independent scientific contributions based on professional training or functional experience.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

*Assist with tissue culture experiments, including cell-line maintenance, development and production of conditioned media *Develop and perform experiments using cell-based culture systems *Assist in expression and purification of recombinant proteins  *Perform related duties based on laboratory needs, including ordering supplies, organization of reagents and coordination of researchers that support laboratory functions. *Effectively analyze and communicate results. *Perform related duties based on departmental need. This job description can be changed at any time.

REQUIRED EDUCATION

*Bachelor's Degree. *Five (5) years of relevant work experience and/or other specialized training can be used in lieu of education requirement.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE

Additional related work experience may be required depending on field or discipline.

ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS CONSIDERED

Previous tissues culture experience is desired. Experience with recombinant protein production, including expression and purification is also desired. Ability to interact and oversee/mentor junior scientist.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORK ENVIRONMENT

*Office environment/no specific unusual physical or environmental demands.

The University of Cincinnati, as a multi-national and culturally diverse university, is committed to providing an inclusive, equitable and diverse place of learning and employment. As part of a complete job application you will be asked to include a Contribution to Diversity and Inclusion statement.

 

As a UC employee, and an employee of an Ohio public institution, if hired you will not contribute to the federal Social Security system, other than contributions to Medicare. Instead, UC employees have the option to contribute to a state retirement plan (OPERS, STRS) or an alternative retirement plan (ARP).

 

The University of Cincinnati is an Affirmative Action / Equal Opportunity Employer / Minority / Female / Disability / Veteran.

 

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The University of Cincinnati
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