Assistant Scientist

Temple University's Lewis Katz School of Medicine is searching for an Assistant Scientist!

Salary: $40,000 - $50,000

A variety of important factors are reviewed by HR when considering salary, including job duties, the applicant's education and experience, all relevant internal equity considerations, department budget, and funding source.

Become a part of the Temple family and you will have access to the following:
Full medical, dental, vision coverage
Paid time off
9 Federally Observed Paid Holidays
3 Personal Days
Tuition remission - eligible employees and their dependents can obtain a degree TUITION FREE
A generous retirement plan and so much more!

Position Summary:
Under general direction, the Assistant Scientist performs a high level of independent research within the Department of Pathology. This role primarily involves developing and executing projects in the field of lupus autoimmunity neuroscience, substance-abuse-related pathology, and microbial/host interactions with the potential to effectively collaborate with colleagues within the department.

Job Details:
* This is a grant funded position

Required Education and Experience:
* Bachelor's degree in a related field and at least two years of related research experience.
* An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

Required Skills and Abilities:
* Experience working with small animals, primarily in handling, behavior studies, injecting, perfusing, and tissue/organ collection.
* Experience with animal studies.
* Experience in tissue sectioning and staining for microscopy.
* Ability to assist with bacterial culture and standard microbiology tasks.
* Accurate and timely record keeping and organizational skills.
* Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills.
* Ability to effectively interact with diverse groups of students, faculty, and staff.
* Ability to operate all standard laboratory and office equipment and software, including MS Office.
* Knowledge of general principles in cell/molecular biology.
* Experience in standard cell/molecular biology techniques, such as Western blotting and PCR.

Essential Duties:
* Research Development and Execution: Assist in developing and executing research projects in lupus autoimmunity/neuropsychiatric lupus, substance-abuse-related pathology, and microbial/host interactions.
* Animal Handling and Behavioral Studies: Practical experience working with small animal models (mice) is required. Responsibilities include handling, behavior studies, injections, perfusion, and tissue/organ collection.
* Microbiology and Bacterial Culture: Support laboratory work involving basic bacterial culture, sample preparation, and experimental setups.
* Laboratory Techniques: Experience with common molecular, biochemical, and cellular methods such as cell culture, western blotting, ELISA, and PCR is advantageous.
* Advanced Technical Skills: Previous technical experience in flow cytometry, immunohistochemistry, and immunological assays is highly desirable.
* Data Management and Analysis: Manage and analyze data generated from experiments performed.
* Collaborative Research: Facilitate collaborative research efforts with other laboratories.
* Training and Mentorship: Train laboratory personnel, including students, research methods, procedures, and equipment.
* Performs other duties as assigned.

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