Lab Manager
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Posting Information
Posting Number | PG193325EP |
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Internal Recruitment | No |
Working Title | Lab Manager |
Anticipated Hiring Range | $48,000 - $55,000 |
Work Schedule | Monday - Friday, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm; weekends as needed. |
Job Location | Raleigh, NC |
Department | Biological Sciences |
About the Department | The Department of Biological Sciences, within the College of Sciences at NC State University, is dedicated to research and teaching in a broad range of aspects of the biological sciences. The Department has strong undergraduate, graduate, and postdoctoral programs and substantial extramural support to develop and maintain integrative research programs. Additionally, the Department partners with other life sciences units across the University to enhance its mission to conduct interdisciplinary research and training programs. Please visit our Sciences Strategic Plan and the College of Sciences Culture Charter to learn more about the College of Sciences. NC State promotes an integrated approach to problem solving that transforms lives and provides leadership for social, economic, and technological development across North Carolina and around the world. NC State’s land grant mission of teaching, research and service is dedicated to the service of North Carolina and its people. Applicants are encouraged to review the institution’s mission, vision and strategic plan, and consider how their background, interest and experience would enable them to support the university. |
Essential Job Duties | The Duque-Wilckens Lab, part of the Department of Biological Sciences at North Carolina State University uses primary cell and organoid culture and transgenic mouse models in combination with molecular, pharmacological, and behavioral analyses to investigate the neuro-immune mechanisms underlying brain development and behavior and how they are shaped by the environment to promote resistance or vulnerability to mood disorders. General Scope of Duties We are looking to hire a passionate, self-motivated, positive, and collaborative research assistant (RA) to assist with lab management, coordination of operations related to multiple projects, and student mentoring in laboratory procedures. The responsibilities include, but are not limited to, assisting with lab supplies stocking and organization, compliance with safety standards, mouse colony maintenance and genotyping, preparing standard media and solutions, and overall research support and data collection. Experience in mouse handling as well as routine laboratory molecular techniques such as immunohistochemistry, DNA/RNA extraction, quantitative PCR, ELISAS, and Western Blots is required. The ideal candidate will also have experience in rodent behavioral data analysis and proficiency in software like DeepLabCut for creating supervised machine learning predictive classifiers of rodent social behaviors. Our lab strongly values creating a very welcoming space for everyone of all backgrounds, so applicants from non-traditional backgrounds and/or experiences are especially encouraged to apply for this position. Most importantly, the RA will be eager to learn new techniques and expand his/her/their scientific knowledge, an excellent problem solver with the ability to troubleshoot and learn complex tasks effectively, organized and a careful record keeper, and able to interact positively with all levels of staff. |
Other Responsibilities | Other duties as assigned. |
Qualifications
Minimum Education and Experience |
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Other Required Qualifications |
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Preferred Qualifications |
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Required License(s) or Certification(s) | N/A |
Valid NC Driver's License required | No |
Commercial Driver's License required | No |
Recruitment Dates and Special Instructions
Job Open Date | 04/09/2024 |
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Anticipated Close Date | Open Until Filled |
Special Instructions to Applicants | Please include as attachments a resume/CV, cover letter, and contact information for at least 3 professional references. |
Position Details
Position Number | 00109735 |
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Position Type | EHRA Non-Faculty |
Full Time Equivalent (FTE) (1.0 = 40 hours/week) | 1.0 |
Appointment | 12 Month Recurring |
Mandatory Designation - Adverse Weather | Non Mandatory - Adverse Weather |
Mandatory Designation - Emergency Events | Non Mandatory - Emergency Event |
Department ID | 172201 - Biological Sciences |
AA/EEO | NC State University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, status as an individual with a disability, or status as a protected veteran. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process are welcome to contact 919-515-3148 to speak with a representative at the Office of Institutional Equity and Diversity. If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at (919) 515-2135 or workatncstate@ncsu.edu. Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit. NC State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States. |
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