Temporary Research Assistant - Rockefeller Neuroscience Institute/Department of Neuroscience Job at West Virginia University, Morgantown, WV

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  • West Virginia University
  • Morgantown, WV

Job Description

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.

Job Tags

Temporary work, Weekend work,

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