Research Associate - Cancer Precision Medicine

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At the forefront of medical discovery as it relates to understanding the causes of obesity, diabetes, cardiovascular disease, cancer and dementia, Pennington Biomedical Research Center is a campus of Louisiana State University and conducts basic, clinical and population research. The Center includes Basic Science, Clinical Research, and Population and Public Health, enabling both focused research and translational science. Research at Pennington Biomedical is supported broadly by multiple NIH Research Centers , and includes approximately 65 faculty and 20 postdoctoral fellows who comprise a network of 44 laboratories and 13 highly specialized core service facilities. Pennington Biomedical is located within state-of-the-art research facilities on a 222-acre campus in Baton Rouge, Louisiana.

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Pennington Biomedical Research Center , a world-renowned academic research institute of Louisiana State University, is seeking a Research Associate in the Cancer Precision Medicine Laboratory.

The Research Associate will support research activities within the Cancer Precision Medicine Laboratory, with a primary focus on managing and maintaining rodent colonies used in studies of cancer, obesity, and diabetes. This position will be responsible for monitoring and characterizing the metabolic and behavioral phenotypes of mice and rats. In addition to hands-on research, the incumbent will assist in the daily operations of the laboratory and serve as the primary backup for laboratory management functions.

Major Responsibilities

• Maintain and manage mouse colonies, including breeding, genotyping, and coordinating animal care in compliance with research protocols.

• Perform experiments involving the handling of mice, tissue collection, processing, and analysis.

• Coordinate with lab staff to align experimental activities with study timelines and research objectives.

• Set up, operate, sanitize, and properly store laboratory equipment and instrumentation; perform regular system checks to ensure functionality.

• Troubleshoot technical issues with data collection and equipment; manage software updates, inventory, and repairs as needed.

• Establish, implement, and ensure compliance with laboratory standard operating procedures (SOPs).

• Maintain accurate and detailed documentation of experimental procedures, data, and observations in lab notebooks.

• Monitor and restock common lab supplies; oversee proper disposal of biohazardous waste.

• Train students and support personnel in laboratory procedures, including assay result calculation and data analysis.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in biology, biomedical sciences, animal science, or a related field.

• One or more years of e xperience working with laboratory animals, particularly mice and/or rats, in a research setting.

• Basic molecular biology knowledge skills, including DNA extraction and genotyping.

• Ability to follow detailed protocols and maintain accurate records of experimental procedures and data.

• Familiarity with laboratory safety procedures and handling of biohazardous materials.

• Ability to troubleshoot equipment with some level of independence.

• Strong organizational and communication skills, with the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with laboratory animals, particularly mice and/or rats, in a research setting.

• Two or more years of hands-on experience with rodent colony management, including breeding schemes and phenotyping.

• Proficiency in molecular biology techniques such as PCR, Western blotting, or RNA extraction.

• Experience using behavioral assays or other phenotyping tools for mice/rats.

• Experience with laboratory data management systems and basic statistical analysis software such as Promethion live, Macro Interpreter, Cal-R, Expedata, Ethovision, Anymaze).

• Knowledge or experience using equipment for metabolic and/or behavioral phenotyping of laboratory rodents.

Pennington Biomedical Research Center (PBRC) is an equal employment opportunity employer and serves as a model employer for individuals with disabilities.

Additional Job Description: Competencies: None Special Instructions: Interested candidates should include a resume and a list of three (3) professional references to the online application. Professional references should be the name, title, company, and contact information from past employers. Professional references should include current or previous supervisors and/or coworkers. Personal references should not be considered for the reference check process. We will respect the request that we not contact a current employer. However, we will need to contact a prior supervisor if such a request is made.

A letter of application/cover letter is recommended but not required. Official transcripts are required prior to hire and are not required at the time of application. Posting Date: May 15, 2025 Closing Date (Open Until Filled if No Date Specified): May 29, 2025 Additional Position Information:

Pennington Biomedical is located within state-of-the-art research facilities on a 222-acre campus in Baton Rouge, Louisiana . For more information, visit PBRC .

Questions regarding career opportunities at Pennington Biomedical should be sent to hrm@pbrc.edu .

Background Check - An offer of employment is contingent on a satisfactory pre-employment background check.

Benefits - Pennington Biomedical Research Center offers outstanding benefits to eligible employees and their dependents including health, life, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; retirement options; various leave options; paid holidays; wellness benefits; tuition exemption for qualified positions; training and development opportunities; employee discounts; and more!

Positions approved to work outside the State of Louisiana shall be employed through Louisiana State Universitys partner, nextSource Workforce Solutions, for Employer of Record Services including but not limited to employment, benefits, payroll, and tax compliance. Positions employed through Employer of Record Services will be offered benefits and retirement as applicable through their provider and will not be eligible for State of Louisiana benefits and retirement.

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