Research Associate - Pharmacology and Toxicology

Position Details

Expiration Date

Open Until Filled

Department

MB Pharmacology & Toxicology

Position Type

Professional

Location

Shreveport

Description

We are seeking a highly motivated research technician/research assistant to join our laboratory. Candidates should have hands-on experience in molecular and cellular biology techniques, including molecular cloning, CRISPR Cas9, PCR, RT PCR, Western blot, plasmid construction/transfection, cell culture, and flow cytometry. Experience with animal studies is preferred, including mouse handling, injections, blood collection, and small animal imaging. Familiarity with fluorescence/confocal microscopy and data analysis software such as GraphPad Prism, FlowJo, and ImageJ is highly desirable. The ideal candidate should be detail oriented, organized, and able to work independently in a collaborative research environment.

Regular attendance is required to perform the functions of this position.

Incumbent will maintain a customer-oriented awareness in acknowledging and responding to needs as they occur that customer satisfaction is met at all times.

Essential Position Functions & Duties

10% Prepare reagents, maintain laboratory supplies and inventory, assist with ordering, and support general laboratory organization and management.

30% Perform molecular biology experiments including molecular cloning, plasmid construction, CRISPR Cas9 related studies, PCR, RT PCR, Western blot, and other routine cellular and biochemical assays.

25% Process and handle tissue specimens for downstream molecular and histological analyses, including tissue collection, embedding, sectioning coordination, and sample organization. Maintain accurate experimental records and organize research data.

20% Perform cell culture, transfection, and related in vitro assays. Assist with flow cytometry, microscopy imaging, and data analysis when needed.

10% Present experimental progress during lab meetings and assist with preparation of figures, reports, manuscripts, and other research related documents.

Non-Essential Position Functions & Duties

5% Marginal Functions

Performs other related duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications

The applicant must meet the following:

• Bachelor's degree or above in Medicine, Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Psychology, or a related biomedical science field.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in molecular and cellular biology techniques, including PCR, Western blot, molecular cloning, or CRISPR Cas9 is preferred. Experience with cell culture, flow cytometry, animal studies, microscopy, and basic data analysis software. Strong organizational skills and the ability to work independently and collaboratively in a research environment are highly desirable.

Additional Position Information

PSN/PER Number: PSN 59901/PER 3283

Salary Range: $30,000 - $50,000

Primary Location: Shreveport, LA (On-Site)

About the School

The LSU Systems Office has provided LSU Health-Shreveport employees with excellent benefit options designed with you and your dependents in mind. Our Benefits Section is available between 8:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday, to help answer any questions you might have about these benefits.

• Salary is commensurate with experience and training
• Generous Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account
• Optional Retirement Plans

LSU Health is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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LSU Health is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

LSU Health Shreveport has a goal of having at least 7% of our workers as people with disabilities.