Research Assistant Job at Smith College
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Job Description
Job Summary
The Research Assistant will help with research on circadian rhythms in mice. Our lab is investigating the negative health impact of disrupted sleep schedules, jet lag, and shift work. We are conducting basic research on how light can entrain rhythms, the role of communication from eye to brain and from brain to peripheral organs such as the liver. We recently developed a technique for using bioluminescence to track circadian gene expression and will employ this technique to test hypotheses about circadian rhythms of the liver. New studies will employ stereotaxic surgery to deliver bioluminescent gene reporters to select neural targets.
Take appropriate actions to support a diverse workforce and participate in the College's efforts to create a respectful, inclusive, and welcoming work environment.
Essential Functions
Examples of duties:
Oversee mouse colony maintenance and genotyping and perform health assessments on experimental animals.
Assist lab members with aseptic survival surgeries and tissue collection. Conduct stereotaxic surgery.
Aid in processing and cutting formalin-fixed tissue, with NIssl staining.
Maintain lab inventory and order research supplies, as well as maintain lab equipment
Contribute to data collection, analysis, and publications on completed research in cooperation with other lab members.
Managing undergraduate lab assistants with data input and lab maintenance (i.e., dishes, autoclaving, stocking, etc.).
Actively collaborate and support other team members.
Work collaboratively and effectively to promote teamwork, diversity, equity, and inclusiveness.
All employees are expected to participate in the College's efforts to create a respectful, inclusive, and welcoming work environment.
Minimum Qualifications (knowledge, skills, education, experience, certifications, licenses)
BA/BS in neuroscience, biology, or a related field.
At least 2-3 years relevant lab experience using the techniques or methods required for the position.
Rodent handling experience.
Familiarity with common life sciences laboratory techniques and equipment.
Ability to maintain a well-organized and accurate laboratory notebook.
Demonstrated ability to work well with a team, in addition to being a motivated individual capable of independent problem solving.
Experience working with individuals from diverse backgrounds.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience working in a BSL-2 laboratory; Prior experience programming in R. Prior experience with stereotaxic surgery.
Demonstrated ability to maintain a breeding colony of transgenic mice and coordinate genotyping.
Excellent oral and written communication, organizational, and record-keeping skills.
Enthusiasm and scientific curiosity for circadian rhythms research.
Skills
Exceptional organization and communication skills, as well as the ability to work well with a team as well as independently on their own research project.
Additional Information
For the care and safety of our community, Smith College requires that all employees be vaccinated as a condition of employment and as such, the incumbent will be required to be immunized against COVID-19 on or before their first day of employment. Proof of vaccination status will be required. Individuals may seek medical or religious exemption with HR, but must do so prior to their arrival.
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Review of applications will begin
April 10, 2023
Compensation Grade:
Grade X Non-exempt
Position Type:
Fixed Term
About Smith College
Located in Northampton, MA, Smith College is one of the largest women’s colleges in the country and is dedicated to excellence in teaching and research across the liberal arts. A faculty of outstanding scholars interact with students in small classes, as advisors, and through student-faculty research projects. The College is a member of the Five College Consortium with Amherst, Hampshire and Mt. Holyoke Colleges, and the University of Massachusetts Amherst. Students cross-enroll and faculty cross-teach across the Five Colleges.
Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Massachusetts General Law, Chapter 151B, it is the policy of Smith College to provide reasonable accommodation when requested by a qualified applicant or employee with a disability, unless such accommodation would cause an undue hardship. The policy regarding requests for reasonable accommodation applies to all aspects of employment, including the application process. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact our recruiting team at
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Diversity and a culture of inclusion among students, staff, faculty, and administration are crucial to the mission and values of Smith College. We are an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and do not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, age, color, religions, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression or veteran status in the recruitment and employment of faculty and staff, and the operation of any of its programs and activities, as specified by all applicable laws and regulations. Women, minorities, veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
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