Research Assistant - Alzheimer’s Disease Research Center (ADRC) (Nucifora Lab)
Core
Support translational neuroscience research investigating molecular mechanisms underlying psychosis in neuropsychiatric disorders, including Alzheimer's disease and schizophrenia, using human biospecimens and cell culture models.
Role type
Research Assistant (Molecular/Cellular Neuroscience)
Builds
Research publications and scientific manuscripts
Domain
Neuroscience / Neuropsychiatric Disorders
Deliverable
research
Required skills
Biospecimen processing, Cell culture maintenance, Biochemical techniques, Data collection and analysis, Laboratory instrumentation, SOP development
Preferred skills
Western blotting, Immunostaining, Biostatistical analysis (R), iPSC handling, Fibroblast culture
Technologies
Centrifuges, Pipettes, Microscopes, Analytical equipment
Responsibilities
Perform clinical and research laboratory experiments, Process and handle biological specimens, Maintain accurate inventories of biospecimens, Collect and enter research data, Assist with preparation of figures for manuscripts, Support training of laboratory personnel, Perform routine laboratory maintenance
Seniority
Entry-level to Junior, hands-on IC