Researcher 1 Nat Phys Science

Researcher 1 Nat Phys Science

• 496070
• Full-Time
• Tx Inst Measure, Eval & Stat

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Department: Tx Inst Measure, Eval & Stat Salary: Minimum $ 43,000.00 Middle $ 54,800.00

Description:

Description:

Position is grant funded.

Provides expertise in support of research projects in engineering, biology, mathematics, statistics, computer science, physics, etc. Prepares and edits research papers, proposal, and reports. Performs advanced testing procedures and analyses of data. May prepare samples for testing. Performs advanced testing procedure and performs analyses of data. Makes uses of a variety of specialized equipment typical within area of specialization. May contribute to grant proposal development.

1. Ensures experiments are performed according to specifications.

2. May make recommendations to changes in procedure, processes, or experimental design.

3. Understands and applies fundamental theoretical concepts.

4. Develops understanding of advanced theoretical concepts.

5. Work is varied and somewhat difficult. Originality and ingenuity is required.

6. Receives direct supervision referring complex situation to higher levels.

This full-time position will require working with animals, conducting experiments in a laboratory setting, and laboratory management. The candidate will need to comply with all governmental and University of Houston policies, rules, regulations and codes, and maintain all training certifications required to work with animals and conduct experiments in a laboratory.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Conduct an extensive array of animal behavioral testing paradigms and procedures including Morris Water Maze, Elevated Plus Maze, and Y-Maze
• Collate data and manage research databases
• Administer compounds via various routes (e.g. intra-peritoneal, intra-venous, subcutaneous, intranasal) and perform venous blood draws
• Perform biochemical assays including Western Blot and ELISA
• Operate the MouseOx Plus pulse oximetry system (Starr Life Sciences) for real-time physiological monitoring; experience running multiple simultaneous assays required
• Collect, statistically analyze, graph, and interpret results using EthoVision, GraphicState, and Microsoft Excel
• Manage and share data with lab members via Microsoft Teams/OneDrive
• Help implement new techniques and procedures depending upon grant goals
• General laboratory maintenance and restocking consumables through our online system

Required Education:

• Bachelor of Science degree preferably in Animal Science

Required Experience:

• At least 3 years of experience as a Researcher or Research Assistant in an academic laboratory setting
• Extensive animal handling experience
• Experience working with both rats and mice and conducting minor surgery
• Proficiency in EthoVision, GraphicState, and MouseOx Plus pulse oximetry system
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Teams, and OneDrive for data analysis and collaborative data management

MQ: Bachelor''s Degree with 1 year experience.

All positions at the University of Houston-System are security sensitive and will require a criminal history check.

The University of Houston System and its universities are Equal Opportunity Institutions. Everyone is encouraged to apply.