Research Scientist

The Department of Neurology is looking for a qualified person who will be able to design the experiments to assess the AMPK signaling pathway in oligodendrocytes with particular emphasis on Westen blot and virus preparation/ application. The main responsibility for in the I01BX005589 is to design the experiments to assess the Gal3 function in lysosome integrity with an emphasis on Western blot, PCR, and virus preparation/application.

Conducts independent scientific research projects from inception to presentation. Prepares and crafts various documentations of research results into manuscripts, proposals, grant applications, and presentations. Trains undergraduates and research technicians. Manages laboratory policies and coordinates project development in collaboration with other specialists.

• Independently work in a laboratory research setting related to stroke and brain injury research, design, and perform experiments.
• Perform various tasks related to several research projects, including development and implementation of molecular biology experiments, immunohistochemistry and histology, maintaining the breeding and care of several genetically modified and aged rodent colonies, and primary cell cultures.
• Maintenance of experimental record, data analysis and presentation, manuscript, and grant preparation.
• Train the junior members for lab techniques.

Must be able to get around a university setting.

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