I. DEPARTMENT INFORMATION
| Job Description Summary: |
GW's Department of Microbiology, Immunology, and Tropical Medicine (conducts innovative, fundamental, basic and translational research for
HIV/
AIDS and neglected tropical diseases.
MITM has a strong tradition of training and policy advocacy for these infectious and parasitic diseases, which initiate and perpetuate poverty and suffering worldwide. Additional information on
MITM can be found at the following link: http://smhs.gwu.edu/microbiology/
Dr. Jie Lou's Laboratory is looking for a highly motivated and talented Research Associate. Dr. Lou's lab main interests are advancing our understanding of the molecular and cellular pathological mechanisms of myasthenia gravis using innovative rodent models and cutting-edge technologies, and developing antigen-specific immunosuppressive therapies for the disease. The research is highly interdisciplinary, relying on tools from molecular biology, biochemistry, structural biology, AI-based structure prediction, transgenic models, immunology, and neuroscience, but also including industrial collaboration.
Research Associate will design, organize and conduct specialized and advanced experiments using established scientific protocols, troubleshoot and design new protocols, summarize findings and publish results in research journals, under the general supervision of a faculty member. In some cases, Research Associate will assume general responsibility for general scientific operations in the lab, and/or provide supervision and guidance to laboratory staff, trainees, and other researchers
Duties Include:
- Perform injection, tissue collection, clinical evaluation, recording and analyzing of results in animal experiments.
- Perform immunoassays, flow cytometry analysis, mammalian and bacterial cell cultures, DNA preparation, and protein purification.
- Plan and schedule experiments consistent with the timeline and objectives of ongoing research projects.
- Support faculty and staff in the research group, as well as external partners, in communicating results, figures, charts, and tables as needed
- Assist with the preparation of regulatory documents, manuscripts, and grants.
- Compile results and prepare technical reports and documentation of outcomes.
- Supervise other personnel in the laboratory; participate in training of fellows, residents, students and volunteer workers as needed.
A Research Associate:
- hold a master's degree;
- develops skills by participating in scholarly projects that are actively mentored by a member of the university faculty; and
- receives financial support in the form of a salary that is typically funded by grants, contracts or departmental funds secured by a faculty mentor.
In collaboration with experienced researchers, this role will participate in the planning and conduction of discovery research, data analysis and interpretation, preparation of materials for publication, presentations at conferences and meetings, and may develop new theories and methodologies. This role can expect timely advice as to research directions and career planning for a future independent career.
Performs other related duties as assigned. The omission of specific duties does not preclude the supervisor from assigning duties that are logically related to the position. |
| Minimum Qualifications: |
Qualified candidates will hold a master's degree and 1 year of experience in a related discipline. Degree must be conferred by the start date of the position. |
| Additional Required Licenses/Certifications/Posting Specific Minimum Qualifications: |
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| Preferred Qualifications: |
- Prior experience in tissue culture, flow cytometry, and animal models; additional experience in molecular biological, immunological and biochemical techniques preferred.
- Ability to work independently as well as direct others, design and perform experiments, and have effective verbal and written communication skills.
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| Hiring Range |
$43,888.00 - $64,601.04 |
| GW Staff Approach to Pay |
How is pay for new employees determined at GW? |
Healthcare Benefits
GW offers a comprehensive benefit package that includes medical, dental, vision, life & disability insurance, time off & leave, retirement savings, tuition, well-being and various voluntary benefits. For program details and eligibility, please visit https://hr.gwu.edu/benefits-programs. II. POSITION INFORMATION
| Campus Location: |
Foggy Bottom, Washington, D.C. |
| College/School/Department: |
School of Medicine and Health Sciences (SMHS) |
| Family |
Research and Labs |
| Sub-Family |
Laboratory Research |
| Stream |
Individual Contributor |
| Level |
Level 1 |
| Full-Time/Part-Time: |
Full-Time |
| Hours Per Week: |
40 |
| Work Schedule: |
Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM - 5:30 PM. |
| Will this job require the employee to work on site? |
Yes |
| Employee Onsite Status |
On-campus (in person) |
| Telework: |
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| Required Background Check |
Criminal History Screening, Education/Degree/Certifications Verification, Social Security Number Trace, and Sex Offender Registry Search |
| Special Instructions to Applicants: |
Employer will not sponsor for employment Visa status |
| Internal Applicants Only? |
No |
| Posting Number: |
R002223 |
| Job Open Date: |
11/11/2024 |
| Job Close Date: |
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| If temporary, grant funded or limited term appointment, position funded until: |
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| Background Screening |
Successful Completion of a Background Screening will be required as a condition of hire. |
| EEO Statement: |
The university is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer that does not unlawfully discriminate in any of its programs or activities on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or on any other basis prohibited by applicable law. |
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George Washington University
Nov 11, 2024