Description

The Department of Physiology is seeking a motivated Staff Research Associate 2 to support innovative research investigating the molecular mechanisms of mitochondrial bioenergetics and metabolic syndrome. The incumbent will perform molecular, biochemical, cellular, and animal-based research using techniques such as brown fat cell culture, CRISPR-Cas9 gene editing, qPCR, Western blotting, immunohistology, and proximity ligation assays.

Responsibilities also include maintaining a mouse colony and conducting in vivo studies, including AAV injections, chronic cold adaptation, metabolic cage studies, body temperature monitoring, tissue collection, and general laboratory support. This position offers an excellent opportunity to contribute to impactful biomedical research in a collaborative academic environment.

*This is a limited appointment which may convert to career*

Hourly range: $31.23-$50.24

Qualifications

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