Responsibilities

Perform various molecular biology techniques including RNA sequencing, real-time PCR, Western Blotting, and protein analysis
Perform immunostaining and produce high quality images using confocal microscopy to locate distribution of key proteins in cardiac myocytes and sinoatrial node cells
Perform cell culture and adenoviral transfection of cardiac myocytes and sinoatrial node cells
Perform various bioassays and radioimmunoassays
Prepare and maintain animal study protocols
Perform data analysis for physiology and biochemical assays
Maintain accurate research tracking system and database for all research activities
Keep accurate records of experiments and results
Submit weekly summary of research activity to primary investigator
Prepare, organize and maintain various lab samples, supplies, and equipment
Operate and perform routine maintenance on laboratory instruments and equipment
Ensure scientific supplies are kept stocked; obtain quotes and prepare purchase requests
Write and edit scientific papers
Attend monthly laboratory information meetings
Actively participate in weekly laboratory meetings by discussing and presenting data and results
Collaborate with laboratory scientists and participate in planning and managing components of research projects
Assist in training students and postdoctoral fellows in various research techniques and maintaining laboratory safety
Collect data, perform statistical analysis and prepare data/results for presentation and publication

Requirements

Master’s degree in Biotechnology or a related discipline
Field of study in Biology
Experience with histopathologic studies of cardiovascular and cerebrovascular remodeling in aging
Knowledge of cardiovascular diseases in both humans and animal models
Proficiency with MS Office suite