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Job no: 998571
Work type: Support Staff
Pay Grade: 08
Major Administrative Unit / College: College Of Agriculture And Nat Resources
Department: Animal Science Department Anr 10002063
Sub Area: CT- Clerical Tech.
Salary: Salary Commensurate with Experience
Location: East Lansing
Categories: Research/Scientific, Clerical Technical- CT, Full Time (90-100%), Union
Position Summary
Research position to complete work focused on chemical exposure impact on reproductive tissue function. This position requires good animal handling skills, and fine motor skills to complete the tissue preparation for organotypic culture studies. Molecular biology studies and data analysis skills will also be a significant part of this project.
Minimum Requirements
Bachelors in biology, physiology or related field. up to six months of related and progressively more responsible or expansive work experience in basic research techniques in the specific or related field; word processing, spreadsheet; database and/or desktop publishing software; presentation software; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. The job may require the appropriate pesticide applicator's registration/certification and/or experience working with potentially dangerous research animals.
Desired Qualifications
Prior experience in basic and translational research. Skilled working in groups and independently. Ideal candidate has experience working with human subjects (through research or hands on work as a nurse or similar), knowledge in neuroendocrinology, and reproductive physiology.
Skilled and comfortable handling mice, collecting tissues and blood from mice. Preparing harvested tissues for further studies including immunohistochemistry, complete staining, competent using a microscope, analyze images, prepare figures. Basic scientific writing and scientific presentation skills.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or protected veteran status.
Required Application Materials
CV
1 page personal statement
1 published peer reviewed paper
Special Instructions
Apply at careers.msu.edu
Work Hours
Regular, with occasional after hours
Description of End Date
This is a limited term position funded for 1 year, with possible extension contingent upon funding renewal.
Bidding eligibility ends October 29, 2024 at 11:55 P.M.
Advertised: Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close: Eastern Standard Time
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