Temporary Research Assistant - Rockefeller Neuroscience Institute/Department of Neuroscience

Description

West Virginia University Health Science Center is currently accepting applications for a Temporary Research Assistant for the Rockefeller Neuroscience Institute/Department of Neuroscience

About the Opportunity

We are seeking to hire a research assistant to assist with mouse studies that address the relationship between Alzheimer's disease and periodontal disease.

What you'll do:

• Assist with bacteria and drug administration. These tasks require expertise in handling mice, administering chemical or biological solutions to mice, and processing bacterial cultures.
• Assisting with husbandry tasks such as weaning and genotyping mice.
• Assist with data analysis and sample processing.

Length of Assignment: Approximately 8.5 months

Pay Grade:

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in biology, microbiology, or neuroscience and experience in mouse handling or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Previous experience with small animal handling, microbiological samples, or some molecular biology experience is preferred but not required.
• Ability to handle live rodents in experimental settings.
• Ability to work some weekends.
• Attention to detail and ability to comprehend and follow verbal instructions and/or written or published protocols.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills for communicating effectively and courteously with PI and lab personnel.
• Working knowledge of word processing and spreadsheet programs such as Microsoft Word and Excel.

This position may or may not require Medical Monitoring, including periodic health monitoring and/or training.