The non-tenure track Instructor will work on a project to study the effect of apoE receptors on atherosclerosis. He or she should have extensive experience in molecular biology and is interested in cardiovascular biology. This junior faculty will assist the principal investigator to mentor students and postdoctoral fellows in the laboratory, designing experiments, performing bench work and writing manuscripts. He/she
will also closely work with the principal investigator to establish a career development plan for developing independent research projects and achieving extramural fundings Daily Operations Applies diversified knowledge of scientific research principles, practices, and protocols in research projects; makes recommendations and conclusions which serve as the basis for decision making in a specialty area. Collaborates
with users and principal investigators on design, analysis, application, and reporting of research projects; teaches and advises on techniques. Interprets, organizes, executes, and coordinates scientific research assignments concerned with unique or controversial problems. Formulates and conducts systematic problem analysis and resolution in an area of considerable scope and complexity through series of complete and
conceptually related studies, or through a variety of projects of lesser scope. Develops model concepts and approaches as an individual researcher and acts independently on technical matters. Supplies technical leadership and consultation to professional co-workers, collaborators, and graduate students. Prepares analyses, reports, and other documentation for publication; presents findings at local, national, and/or
international meetings. Prepares grant proposals to obtain funding in support of research activities. Maintains currency of knowledge with respect to relevant state-of-the-art technology, equipment, and/or systems. Perform molecular, biochemical and histological studies such as determination of lipid metabolism, analysis of atherosclerotic lesions, and identification of lipid- and lipoprotein-mediated signaling
pathways in vascular cells and animal models. Generate DNA constructs for gene transfer, and transgenic/knockout/knock-in mouse development Performs other related duties assigned. Required Skills Comprehensive knowledge of research methods and procedures. Thorough knowledge of operation and maintenance of laboratory equipment and instruments. Ability to originate new ideas and methods and to conduct laboratory
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