Physiology Research Assistant - Mouse Models (Reproductive Toxicology)

Midwestern University; Glendale (AZ); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Life insurance

403(b) retirement plan

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Midwestern University - Glendale campus seeks a Research Assistant to support a grant-funded reproductive physiology and toxicology program. The role involves in vivo mouse work, colony management, and data collection under faculty supervision.

Qualifications include a Bachelor's degree in physiology and 0–2 years of relevant research experience; experience with mouse models is preferred. The position offers full-time employment and benefits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in physiology or a related field is required.
• 0–2 years of relevant research experience is required.
• Experience with mouse models is strongly preferred, including handling and sample collection.

Responsibilities

• Lead mouse colony management, including breeding strategy design, genotyping coordination, and recordkeeping.
• Conduct in vivo mouse experiments with tissue collection and necropsy per IACUC.
• Assist with molecular and cellular experiments and data collection.
• Train students in mouse handling and laboratory techniques.
• Maintain accurate laboratory records and regulatory documentation.
• Collaborate with faculty and research staff on project outputs.

Skills

Mouse handling

Data collection

Laboratory techniques

Recordkeeping

Communication

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor’s degree in physiology

Tools

GraphPad

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Midwestern University - Glendale campus seeks a Research Assistant to support a grant-funded reproductive physiology and toxicology program. The role involves in vivo mouse work, colony management, and data collection under faculty supervision.

Qualifications include a Bachelor's degree in physiology and 0–2 years of relevant research experience; experience with mouse models is preferred. The position offers full-time employment and benefits.