Assistant Scientist
Salary Range: $40,000 - $46,000
Become a part of the Temple family and you will have access to the following:
* Full medical, dental, vision coverage
* Paid time off
* 9 Federally Observed Paid Holidays
* 3 Personal Days
* Tuition remission – eligible employees and their dependents can obtain a degree tuition free
* A generous retirement plan and so much more!
Position Summary
The Assistant Scientist, in Dr. Silvia Fossati's lab at the Alzheimer Center at Temple, provides technical support by performing scientific experiments within the research lab. The Assistant Scientist will perform experiments on cell and animal models of AD and ADRD, assist the PI and lab personnel with ordering, maintenance of animal colonies, behavioral studies, lab archives and general lab tasks. The AS will help maintain lab instruments, calendars for their use and assist the PI in setting up or continuing maintenance contracts.
Independently handle experiments or research projects requiring advanced knowledge and experience in a specific scientific area or discipline. Maintains records of data, and may be involved in training graduate and medical students in research methods and procedures.
Responsibilities
* Executing experimental protocols, maintaining records on all experiments, and maintaining equipment.
* Collecting and organizing data using statistical software packages.
* Analyzing research results and preparing results for presentation at meetings and conferences, research reports, manuscripts, and papers.
* Making moderately complex decisions and resolving research problems within established protocols; requires some independent judgment.
* Ordering supplies, examining instrument malfunctions, and assisting in their repair.
* Performing other related duties as assigned.
Job Details
* This is a grant funded position.
Required Education And Experience
* Bachelor's degree is required with two years of directly related experience in the field of molecular biology, biochemistry, primary cell cultures with focus on protein expression and gene (DNA) regulation. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
Preferred Education
* Masters Degree in Neuroscience or related field.
Required Skills And Abilities
* Familiarity and experience with cell culture, transfection techniques, western blots, PCR, and cell imaging.
* Working knowledge of applicable computer software and applicable professional principles.
* Strong organization and record skills to record experiment results and analyze data.
* Effective communication skills.
Essential Duties
* Executing experimental protocols, maintaining records on all experiments, and maintaining equipment.
* Collect and organize data using statistical software packages.
* Analyze research results and prepares results for presentation at meetings and conferences, research reports, manuscripts, and papers.
* Make moderately complex decisions and resolve research problems within established protocols; require some independent judgment.
* Order supplies, examines instrument malfunctions, and assist in their repair.
* Performs other duties as assigned.
Equal Opportunity Statement
Temple University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all in every aspect of its operations, including employment, service, and educational programs. The University has pledged not to discriminate on the basis of age, color, disability, marital status, national origin or ethnic origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or veteran status.
Compliance Statement
In the performance of their functions as detailed in the position description employees have an obligation to avoid ethical, legal, financial and other conflicts of interest to ensure that their actions and outside activities do not conflict with their primary employment responsibilities at the institution. Employees are also expected to understand and be in compliance with applicable laws, University and employment policies and regulations, including NCAA regulations for areas and departments which their essential functions cause them to interact.
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