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Description for Job:   IRC29363
Medical Research Specialist.CMV
TNPRC - Immunology
Location:  Covington, LA
Summary
The employee will work as a Medical Research Specialist in the Division of Immunology, Tulane National Primate Research Center. The employee will be responsible for performing experiments in the level 2 and level 3 laboratories. The primary site where work will be performed will be in the TNPRC Building 2. The employee will be trained in Biosafety protocols by the Principal Investigator as well as by the Institutional Department of Biosafety. Necessary experiments include those involving molecular biology, immunology, and microbiology, in adherence with the Standard Operating Protocols (SOPs) in place. The candidate should be able to work independently under biosafety level 2+ conditions, maintain records of experiments, perform analysis and report findings to PI. The candidate should be able to assist in development of new techniques as well as train less experienced laboratory personnel. The candidate will also be in overall charge of the laboratory including ordering supplies, maintaining equipment, and general laboratory maintenance.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
• Ability to perform meticulous laboratory work with careful attention to detail, and in strict adherence to the Standard Operating Procedures.
• Familiarity with bio-molecular and animal research work.
• Strong organizational skills.
Required Education and/or Experience
• Bachelor’s Degree in a biological sciences field with 3 years of research experience in molecular biology, immunology and/or other microbiology-related disciplines 
OR 
 • High School Diploma (or Equivalent) with 9 years of research experience in molecular biology, immunology and/or other microbiology-related disciplines
Preferred Qualifications

·         Experience with cellular immunology techniques such as ELISPOT assays, cytotoxicity assays, ELISA, and flow cytometry assays and with molecular biology techniques including DNA and RNA extraction, and real time PCR.

·         Knowledge of BSL2 and BSL3 bio-containment principles, both for animal and laboratory space

·         Familiarity with basic computational tools such as Microsoft Excel, Word, etc.

·         Ability to multi-task and meet deadlines

Compensation Information
This position is classified as "non-exempt, hourly" and is assigned to pay grade 25. Tulane offers a variety of options to enhance your health and well-being so that you may enjoy more out of life now and in the future. Learn more about Life at Tulane as well as our Benefits and Pay . See our Candidate Resources to learn more about our hiring process and what to expect.
How to Apply
 
This position will close on the date it is filled
 
Please Note: Depending on your role and the department in which you work, you may be expected to adhere to COVID-19 requirements, such as vaccinations and booster shots.
 
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