Associate Scientist - Escoubas Laboratory - Center of Excellence in Neuro-Oncology Sciences (CENOS)
Core
Conducting in vivo and in vitro research on bidirectional communication between neurons and microglia to advance discoveries for pediatric brain tumor outcomes.
Role type
Associate Scientist (experimental neuroscience/immunology)
Builds
Preclinical research models, histological evaluations, and primary neural cell culture data
Domain
Neuro-oncology / Neuroscience / Immunology
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
in vivo experimental methods, stereotaxic injections, transcardial perfusion, tissue collection, immunofluorescence staining, confocal microscopy, primary neural cell culture, histological evaluation, data analysis
Preferred skills
leading research experiments, lab project coordination, training laboratory personnel
Technologies
confocal microscopy, cryosectioning, genotyping workflows
Responsibilities
Conduct in vivo studies using preclinical models; Process brain tissue for histological evaluation; Culture and maintain primary neural cell populations; Analyze and interpret experimental and imaging data; Coordinate and maintain preclinical research resources; Contribute to manuscript preparation and dissemination of findings; Assist in developing and optimizing laboratory protocols
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on IC