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Research Associate III (Part-Time, Temporary), New Jersey Institute for Successful Aging, Rowan-Virtua School of Osteopathic Medicine

Apply now Job no: 499583
Work type: Temporary Part-Time
Location: Stratford, New Jersey
Categories: Research

SUMMARY: 

We are looking for a skilled and experienced, part time, temporary, Research Associate III who will be responsible for supporting our research activities including performing experiments and generating reliable data.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:  The duties and responsibilities of the Research Associate III include the following.

  • Performs animal experiments such as controlled cortical impact (CCI) in rodents.
  • Performs animal behavioral analysis such as water maze, noble object recognition, etc.
  • Performs laboratory procedures related to histopathology – tissue processing, embedding, sectioning, etc.
  • Assists with routine laboratory procedures such as immunohistochemistry, western blots, etc.
  • Maintains laboratory instruments such as tissue processor, tissue embedding center, microtomes, microscopes, etc.
  • Performs standard laboratory procedures including preparing culture media, reagents, stains, and stock solutions.
  • Maintains laboratory records, files, and animal colonies.
  • Understands and adheres to Rowan University compliance standards as they appear in Rowan’s Corporate Compliance Policy, Code of Conduct and Conflict of Interest Policy.
  • Performs other related duties, as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS: 

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

  • Proven experience performing all the listed essential duties and responsibilities.
  • Comfortable handling potentially dangerous substances (flammable liquids, biohazards, etc.)
  • Working knowledge of MS Office Suite and statistical software.
  • Ability to work autonomously and under pressure.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • A critical thinker with strong attention to detail.
  • Outstanding analytical abilities.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:

  • Master's Degree in a relevant science plus one (1) year of related research experience, or a Bachelor's Degree in a relevant science plus two (2) years of related research experience.

This is a part-time, temporary grant funded position, working 15 hours a week.

NOTES:
  • Only completed, online applications submitted on or before the deadline will be considered.
  • Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the US, and the university will not sponsor an applicant for a work visa for this position.

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A top 100 national public research institution, Rowan University offers bachelor’s through doctoral and professional programs in person and online to 22,000 students through its main campus in Glassboro, N.J., its medical school campuses in Camden and Stratford, and five others. Rowan University is home to eight colleges and nine schools. For more information on these colleges, please click here.

Now celebrating its Centennial, Rowan focuses on practical research at the intersection of engineering, medicine, science, and business while ensuring excellence in undergraduate education. The University has earned national recognition for innovation, commitment to high-quality and affordable education, and developing public-private partnerships. A Carnegie-classified R2 (high research activity) institution, Rowan has been recognized as the fourth fastest-growing public research university, as reported by The Chronicle of Higher Education.

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To request reasonable accommodation, contact Christy Mroz, Administrative Assistant, OEE@rowan.edu, 856-256-5494. Rowan strongly encourages applicants from underrepresented groups to apply. 

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