Medical Research Specialist

Tulane University Translational Science Institute; New Orleans (LA); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

The Medical Research Specialist for the Department of Microbiology at Tulane University in New Orleans will oversee animal research studies, perform benchtop immunologic assays, culture and purify bacteria, and maintain inventories and safety paperwork. Collaboration with lab members and accurate records are essential.

Candidates should have a Master’s degree in Biological or Chemical Science, at least 3 years of related experience, and experience with molecular biology techniques and microbial

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in a Biological or Chemical Science.
• 3 years of directly related work experience.
• Experience in rodent handling and tissue processing.
• Experience in laboratory techniques such as molecular biology, cloning, cell culture, ELISA and flow cytometry are desirable.
• Experience in aseptic techniques and culture and maintenance of microbial stocks.
• Experience in statistical analysis and/or big data management

Responsibilities

• Ability to independently design and execute experiments related to the overall laboratory goals and objectives
• Ability to manage chemical inventories and order for supplies multiple laboratories
• Excellent written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and exercise sound judgment
• Coordinate safety measures with DSR and OEHS and act as laboratory safety representative
• Computer skills and software knowledge

Skills

Rodent handling

Tissue processing

Molecular biology

ELISA

Flow cytometry

Aseptic technique

Big data analysis

Teamwork

Education

Master’s degree in Biological or Chemical Science

Tools

DNA isolation

Cloning

SDS-PAGE

Western Blots

Cell culture

Job description

The Medical Research Specialist for the Department of Microbiology will primarily be responsible for (1) organizing and performing animal research studies (including mouse breeding, genotyping, immunizations, sample collection, etc), (2) performing benchtop immunologic assays (including ELISA assays, Western Blots, flow cytometry, multiplex assays, tissue culture), (3) bacterial culture and protein purification with biochemical characterization (including DNA isolation, recombination and cloning, and SDS-PAGE gels), (4) ordering supplies and maintaining laboratory receipts and safety paperwork. This work will require teamwork and coordination with other lab members, maintenance of accurate and timely records of experimental procedures and results, and maintaining supply inventories for the laboratory.

Responsibilities

• Ability to manage chemical inventories and order for supplies multiple laboratories
• Ability to independently design and execute experiments related to the overall laboratory goals and objectives
• Excellent written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and exercise sound judgment
• Ability to work with the DSR and OEHS to coordinate implementation of safety measures and serve as laboratory safety representative
• Computer skills and software knowledge

Qualifications

• 3 years of directly related work experience

SPECIAL REQUIRED ABILITY FOR INCUMBENTS WHO HAVE CONTACT OR EXPOSURE TO ANIMALS OR ANIMAL TISSUES:

Ability to complete and pass successfully the required occupational health screening referenced in the University’s Animal Handler Health Surveillance Program on an annual basis .

REQUIRED BACKGROUND CHECK, PHYSICAL AND DRUG SCREENING FOR INCUMBENTS WHO HAVE CONTACT OR EXPOSURE TO ANIMALS OR ANIMAL TISSUES:

Selected candidates must complete and pass a background check and an occupational health screening as a condition of employment.For identified jobs, a drug screening will also be required. The background investigation, required occupational health screening, and any required drug screening will be conducted after a conditional employment offer has been extended.

• Master’s degree in a Biological or Chemical Science.
• Experience in rodent handling and tissue processing.
• Experience in laboratory techniques such as molecular biology, cloning, cell culture, ELISA and flow cytometry are desirable.
• Experience in aseptic techniques and culture and maintenance of microbial stocks.
• Experience in statistical analysis and/or big data management

Job Info

• Job Identification 141
• Job Category Communications & Engagement
• Locations New Orleans, LA, United States
• Legal Employer Tulane University
• Business Unit Tulane University
• Department SOM Microbiology and Immunology