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Research Assistant I/Center for Biometric Analysis

Employer
The Jackson Laboratory
Location
Bar Harbor, ME
Closing date
Nov 26, 2021

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Sector
Science
Organization Type
Corporate
The Jackson Laboratory is a world leader in mammalian genetics, and has a mission we are passionate about: to discover precise genomic solutions for disease and empower the global biomedical community in the shared quest to improve human health.The Center for Biometric Analysis (CBA) is a state-of-the-art scientific service facility providing scientists with extensive expertise and equipment to perform in vivo mouse phenotyping across a wide range of biomedical domains including neurological, psychiatric and neurodegenerative disorders, diabetes, obesity, exercise physiology and cardiovascular disease.We are looking to recruit an enthusiastic and skilled Research Assistant with a keen interest in neurobehavioral sciences. The day to day activities of the role will include conducting mouse phenotyping procedures, quality control and analysis of the resulting data, schedule planning, developing and documenting methodologies, as well as assisting in the preparation of data packages and scientific reports. The successful candidate will become highly proficient in mouse phenotyping procedures designed to assess behavioral features including motor, sensorial, and cognitive traits. The candidate will be exposed and eventually cross-trained in other cores, conducting physiological, metabolic, and/or imaging assays such as cardiac ultrasound, electrocardiography, glucose tolerance test or DEXA.Key Responsibilities:
  • Conducts tests, experiments, and/or procedures following standard or detailed protocol; identifies and documents variations that may affect the validity of the experiment.
  • Data collection and analysis. Performs quality control, monitors data for accuracy, and uploads data to database system within agreed upon timelines with supervisor.
  • Validate and conduct studies based upon standard experimental protocols within the agreed upon timelines with supervisor/technical manager. Ensure functionality and maintenance of instrumentation.
Requirements:
  • Bachelor's degree in biological sciences or related discipline OR 1-3 years of related experience.
  • Mouse handling and husbandry skills preferred.
  • Fundamental computer skills, including familiarity with Excel and Word.
  • Ability to clearly and concisely communicate information verbally and in written form.
  • Ability to demonstrate effective mental concentration, visual attention and dexterity.
  • Ability to interact with all individuals in a productive, professional and positive manner to enhance the outcome of the goals of the research program.
  • Established understanding of good safety practices and a demonstrated history of safe conduct.
  • Proven ability to organize time effectively and work under time constraints, meet deadlines and prioritize work.
  • Ability to work flexible shifts (week-end/holiday).
About JAX:The Jackson Laboratory (JAX) is an independent, nonprofit biomedical research institution with more than 2,400 employees. Headquartered in Bar Harbor, Maine, it has a National Cancer Institute-designated Cancer Center in Augusta, Maine, a genomic medicine institute in Farmington, Connecticut, and facilities in Ellsworth, Maine, Sacramento, California, and Shanghai, China. Its mission is to discover precise genomic solutions for disease and empower the global biomedical community in the shared quest to improve human health.JAX employees work in a collaborative, value-driven, and team-based environment where the focus is on advancing science and improving patients' lives. Researchers apply genetics to increase the understanding of human disease and advance treatments and cures for cancer, neurological and immune disorders, diabetes, aging, and heart disease. JAX was voted among the top 15 "Best Places to Work in Academia" in the United States in a poll conducted by The Scientist magazine!EEO Statement: The Jackson Laboratory provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment in all job classifications without regard to race, color, religion, age, mental disability, physical disability, medical condition, gender, sexual orientation, genetic information, ancestry, marital status, national origin, veteran status, and other classifications protected by applicable state and local non-discrimination laws.

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