POSITION OBJECTIVE
Working under moderate supervision, the Research Assistant 1 will perform research work in medical and related technical areas involving the use of lab/ research skills. The laboratory studies neural circuits in Drosophila using genetics, molecular biology, behavioral and microscopy techniques, research work in Drosophila aging and other projects designed by the principal investigator. The research work includes conducting experiments including but not limited to Drosophila genetic manipulation, behavioral and aging analysis bioinformatics and in situ hybridization.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
NONESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
CONTACTS
Department: Daily to weekly contact with supervisor for the purpose of reporting results being obtained and issues related to lab maintenance and equipment.
University: Occasional contact with other departments that provide services, such as fly media, sequencing and imaging core facilities outside the biology department.
External: Limited contact with vendors to inquire about new products never tested in the lab before.
Students: Daily Contact with student employees.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY
This position has no direct supervision of staff employees.
QUALIFICATIONS
Education/Experience: Bachelor's degree and 0 to 1 years of related experience or Associate's degree in an approved biotechnology program and 0 to 2 years of related experience.
REQUIRED SKILLS
WORKING CONDITIONS
Typical laboratory environment. May have exposure to hazards (formaldehyde). Personal protective equipment, including lab coat, gloves and goggles, will be provided to limit exposure to hazards. Exposure to noise from equipment. Frequent use of computers.
In employment, as in education, Case Western Reserve University is committed to Equal Opportunity and Diversity. Women, veterans, members of underrepresented minority groups, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
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Case Western Reserve University provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process should contact the Office of Equity at 216-368-3066 to request a reasonable accommodation. Determinations as to granting reasonable accommodations for any applicant will be made on a case-by-case basis.
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