Visiting Scholar

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Job Title:
Visiting Scholar

Department:
Medicine | Emergency Medicine

Short-term visiting scholar will assist and support scientific investigation to study stem cells and cardiac regeneration as directed in the Department of Emergency Medicine in Dr. Khan’s Lab; independently conducts assigned experiments; performs a variety of molecular, cellular, and biological research techniques and procedures including  PCR reactions, immunostaining, confocal microscopy, gel electrophoresis, assays, cell cultures and Western analysis; sorts and processes tissue samples (sectioning, staining, embedding and mounting); performs routine procedures on lab animals; records, consolidates and assists with analysis of research results; quantifies biological results; assists in evaluating validity of data obtained from experimental procedures; summarizes data for inclusion in grant proposals and manuscripts; prepares research progress reports; assists principal investigator with the preparation of  publications, manuscripts, articles, posters, and abstracts; conducts library research on requested topics through researching current literature; oversees and maintains accurate records of laboratory activities.

Essential Duties

100%:    Assists and supports scientific investigation to study axon degeneration and axon-glia interaction as directed; independently conducts assigned experiments; performs a variety of molecular, cellular, CRIPR/Cas9 targeted genome editing, and biological research techniques and procedures including  PCR reactions, gel electrophoresis, assays, cell cultures and Western analysis; sorts and processes tissue samples (sectioning, staining, embedding and mounting); performs routine procedures on lab animals; assists with care of lab animals; oversees and maintains accurate records of laboratory activities. Records, consolidates and assists with analysis of research results; assists in evaluating validity of data obtained from experimental procedures; summarizes data for manuscripts and professional presentations; prepares research progress reports; assists principal investigator with the preparation of publications, manuscripts, articles, posters, and abstracts; conducts library research on requested topics through researching current literature.

Minimum Education and Skills/Experience Required/Desired

Pursuing PhD in a biological/health science or an equivalent combination of education and experience is required. Ability to translate, adapt and apply academic or practical knowledge in the conduct of biological/health science research is required. Requires successful completion of a background check. Qualified candidates may be requested to complete a pre-employment physical including a drug screen.

Additional Information:

Location:
Davis Heart and Lung Research Institute (0113)

Position Type:
Temporary (Fixed Term)

Scheduled Hours:
40

Shift:
First Shift

Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check.  A drug screen or physical may be required during the post offer process.

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