research assistant Foggy Bottom
George Washington University
Full Time
Foggy Bottom
53009 - 35675 USD ANNUAL Today
Job description
Posting Details
I. DEPARTMENT INFORMATION
Job Description Summary:
The Stepp Lab is devoted to understanding how epithelial cells within tissues are maintained, differentiate, and respond to trauma. This research includes the roles played by the axons that innervate epithelial tissues. The cells studied in the lab are derived from the skin and cornea. In vivo, these cells adhere to one another to form sheets that have special properties. These include serving as a barrier to prevent microbial invasion and retain water within the tissue as well as providing a smooth surface to allow tears to spread and light to enter the eye and strike the retina. Using a combination of in vitro and in vivo models, microscopy, and molecular approaches, the Stepp Lab has made important contributions to our understanding of epithelial cell homeostasis as well as skin and corneal wound healing. Studying how the corneal sensory nerves are maintained and respond to injury will give new insight into how other peripheral nervous system axons respond to injury and repair.
The research assistant will be expected to assist the lab staff in carrying out studies to investigate how corneal nerves and epithelial cells and their mitochondria respond to injury and change with age in the mouse. In addition, the research assistant will learn to perform experiments involving the study of mouse and human derived cells in in vitro in cell culture. Cell signaling and protein expression studies involving RNA and protein isolation will also be performed. The research assistant will be trained to perform imaging of cells, corneal nerves, and mitochondria using several different microscopes including confocal microscopes. Animal use and lab safety training will be provided. Work in the Stepp lab will provide the research assistant with the training and skills needed to be contribute to the important research being performed.
Duties include:
Assist in preparation and execution of lab experiments.
Assist in data collection and analysis.
Confocal Imaging
Assist in preparation manuscripts.
Lab maintenance
Assist in maintaining animal colony.
This research support position contributes to research/development by assisting with experiments in a controlled laboratory setting. The core responsibilities of this position include assisting with data collection and administration of experimental procedures, and assisting with administrative aspects of preparing manuscripts for publication. This position may perform some lab maintenance duties as a secondary function. This role typically works under immediate supervision, and the primary job functions do not require exercising independent judgment.
Duties include:
Assist in preparation and execution of lab experiments.
Assist in data collection and analysis.
Confocal Imaging
Assist in preparation manuscripts.
Lab maintenance
Assist in maintaining animal colony.
This research support position contributes to research/development by assisting with experiments in a controlled laboratory setting. The core responsibilities of this position include assisting with data collection and administration of experimental procedures, and assisting with administrative aspects of preparing manuscripts for publication. This position may perform some lab maintenance duties as a secondary function. This role typically works under immediate supervision, and the primary job functions do not require exercising independent judgment.
|Performs other related duties as assigned. The omission of specific duties does not preclude the supervisor from assigning duties that are logically related to the position.
Minimum Qualifications:
Qualified candidates will hold a BA/BS in a related discipline. Degree must be conferred by the start date of the position.
Additional Required Licenses/Certifications/Posting Specific Minimum Qualifications:
Preferred Qualifications:
- Ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines and to prioritize multiple tasks and demands.
- Strong communication and excellent organizational, customer service and interpersonal skills are essential.
- Ability to learn actively, and function at a fast pace is key to success in this position.
Typical Hiring Range
Commensurate with Experience.
II. POSITION INFORMATION
Campus Location:
Foggy Bottom, Washington, D.C.
College/School/Department:
School of Medicine and Health Sciences (SMHS)
Family
Research and Labs
Sub-Family
Laboratory Research
Stream
Service and Support
Level
Level 2
Full-Time/Part-Time:
Full time -> FTE 1.00
Hours Per Week:
40
Work Schedule:
Monday-Friday, 8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Will this job require the employee to work on site?
Yes
Employee Onsite Status
On-campus (in person)
Telework:
Required Background Check
Criminal History Screening, Education/Degree/Certifications Verification, Social Security Number Trace, and Sex Offender Registry Search
Special Instructions to Applicants:
Employer will not sponsor for employment Visa status
Internal Applicants Only?
No
Posting Number:
R001959
Job Open Date:
07/14/2023
Job Close Date:
If temporary, grant funded or limited term appointment, position funded until:
Background Screening
Successful Completion of a Background Screening will be required as a condition of hire.
EEO Statement:
The university is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer that does not unlawfully discriminate in any of its programs or activities on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or on any other basis prohibited by applicable law.
