1. Recommends the design and implementation of procedures and protocols under the direction of a higher-level authority. 2. Investigates, analyzes, and reaches preliminary scientific conclusions related to research planning. 3. Ensures data results are compiled, analyzed, and presented properly. 4. Analyzes, develops and interprets scientific results. Maintains clear documentation of results. Prepares scientific reports and papers for research proposals and published reports. 5. Performs independent research and laboratory techniques and participates in experimental research planning. 6. Interacts with internal contacts including the PI, research assistants, graduate students, Radiation Safety and Biological Safety officers, and Animal Care personnel to discuss and evaluate research results and to ensure the smooth and safe operation of the laboratory. 7. Interacts with external contacts such as researchers at other institutions, staff at biotechnology and reagents companies to consult on research methods and to keep abreast of product information and developments. 8. May perform other duties as assigned.

Required Skill/ability 1:  Skilled in mouse breading; genotype animals; ability to develop and prepare mice for experimental use; monitor animal safety and quality control.

Required Skill/ability 2:  Skilled in extraction and purification of DNA and RNA from mice, cell line, tissues.

Required Skill/ability 3:  Skilled in DNA or RNA amplification by PCR and RT-PCR and QPCR, Protein Assays, Immunoprecipitation and Western Blotting.

Required Skill/ability 4:  Skilled in mouse survival surgery and post-surgery animal observation.

Required Skill/ability 5:  Strong cell culture and analysis skills.

Work Week:  Standard (M-F equal number of hours per day)

Posting Position Title:  Research Associate 1, MS

University Job Title:  Research Associate 1 MS

Master's Degree in a scientific discipline and one year experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

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