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Interfolio at: https://apply.interfolio.com/174426 Department: Biological Sciences About the Position: Position Description: The Department of Biological Sciences at the University of Maryland Baltimore County is seeking a highly motivated, creative, and ambitious researcher to join the group. The Faculty Research Assistant will assist in the implementation of scientific studies that investigate the role of the aging
tumor microenvironment on melanoma progression, metastasis and therapy resistance. The research assistant will help with the day-to-day operations of the lab, carry out or assist other personnel with experiments, assist with collecting and analyzing data, and supervising the work of undergraduates. Primary duties will involve mouse work, genetic silencing approaches, immunofluorescence and immunohistochemistry
microscopy, and other cell and molecular biology techniques as well as laboratory organization and ordering. The candidate will meet regularly with Dr. Gretchen Alicea to plan experiments and discuss results, and they will also be expected to present their data at group meetings. This position will support the laboratory’s research objectives by improving productivity and promote the department’s mission to produce
high-quality research and help with undergraduate research training. Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Biology or related field. Ability to work independently and be willing to work as a member of a team of graduate student, post-doctoral, and faculty researchers. Strong organizational and record-keeping skills. Experience working with animal models, bonus for work with mice. Advanced neuroscience, genetics,
and/or molecular biology work. Ability to manage overlapping projects and deadlines effectively. Ability to work under deadlines with general guidance. Excellent organizational skills and demonstrated ability to accurately complete detailed work. Experience with immunohistochemistry, immunofluorescence, genetic silencing approaches are all major plusses. Salary Range: $47,000-$53,000, commensurate with experience The
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