Research Assistant

Stanford University; Palo Alto (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Stanford University’s Department of Neurology seeks a full-time Research Assistant (Life Science Research Professional 1) to support and manage activities in a lab focused on glia in brain plasticity and glioma pathophysiology. The role involves coordinating experiments, maintaining records, and assisting with preclinical studies of novel therapeutics for high-grade gliomas.

The ideal candidate holds a B.S.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Biological Sciences or other relevant science.
• Three years prior lab experience.
• Excellent documentation skills.

Skills

Documentation

Lab coordination

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Biological Sciences

Three years lab experience

Tools

FACS analysis

PCR

Cell culture

Western blotting

ELISA

Cloning

Sanger sequencing

CRISPR/Cas9 genome editing

Job description

Overview

The Department of Neurology is seeking a full-time Research Assistant (Life Science Research Professional 1) to support, manage and facilitate activities in the lab focused on elucidating the role of glia in normal brain plasticity and the pathophysiology of glioma (malignant glia). The lab studies gliomas such as glioblastoma and diffuse intrinsic pontine glioma (DIPG) and the microenvironmental determinants of normal and malignant neural precursor cell behavior. Research topics include microglial influences on neural precursor cell function and the impact of microglial neuroinflammation following cancer therapies on cellular mechanisms of neuroplasticity and brain homeostasis, neuronal activity regulation of glial cells, and molecular mechanisms underlying neuron-glia interactions in gliomas. The program also conducts preclinical studies of novel therapeutics for high-grade gliomas with the goal of translating therapies to the clinic for glial cancers.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in Biological Sciences or other relevant science.
• Three years prior lab experience.
• Excellent documentation skills.
• FACS analysis, PCR, culture of human and mouse cells, Western blotting, ELISA assays, cloning, SANGER sequencing; CRISPR/Cas9 genome editing is a plus.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Frequently stand, walk, twist, bend, stoop, squat, grasp lightly, use fine manipulation, grasp forcefully, perform desk-based computer tasks, use telephone, write by hand, lift, carry, push and pull objects weighing over 40 pounds.
• Occasionally sit, kneel, crawl, reach and work above shoulders, sort and file paperwork or parts.
• Rarely climb, scrub, sweep, mop, chop and mix or operate hand and foot controls.
• Must have correctible vision to perform duties of the job.
• Ability to bend, squat, kneel, stand, reach above shoulder level, and move on hard surfaces for up to eight hours.
• Ability to lift heavy objects weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to work in a dusty, dirty, and odorous environment.
• Position may require repetitive motion.

* Consistent with its obligations under the law, the University will provide reasonable accommodation to any employee with a disability who requires accommodation to perform the essential functions of his or her job.

WORKING CONDITIONS

• May require working in close proximity to blood borne pathogens.
• May require work in an environment where animals are used for teaching and research.
• Position may at times require the employee to work with or be in areas where hazardous materials and/or infectious diseases are present.
• Employee must perform tasks that require the use of personal protective equipment, such as safety glasses and shoes, protective clothing and gloves, and possibly a respirator.
• May require extended or unusual work hours based on research requirements and business needs.

WORK STANDARDS

• Interpersonal Skills: Demonstrates the ability to work well with Stanford colleagues and clients and with external organizations.
• Promote Culture of Safety: Demonstrates commitment to personal responsibility and value for safety; communicates safety concerns; uses and promotes safe behaviors based on training and lessons learned.
• Subject to and expected to comply with all applicable University policies and procedures, including but not limited to the personnel policies and other policies found in the University’s Administrative Guide, http://adminguide.stanford.edu