DescriptionWest Virginia University Research Corporation is currently accepting applications for a Research Assistant in the Department of Physiology, Pharmacology and ToxicologyAbout the OpportunityThe primary purpose of this job is to assist a team of biomedical research scientists in maintaining a productive research program that is focused on studying the regulation of mitochondrial proteostasis in cardiovascular diseases. This involves (1) providing assistance in rodent breeding, isolating tissues, and storage, (2) learn and perform basic analytic techniques such as QPCR, western blotting, analyzing, compiling data and presenting.At WVU Research Corporation, we strongly believe in work-life balance and keeping time for things we love outside our work. WVU Research Corporation offers a comprehensive benefits package with a variety of options to suit your needs:* 13 paid holidays ()* PTO* 403(b) retirement savings with a fully vested 3% employee contribution match, (Employees have the option of contributing an additional 1-3% of their earnings to the plan, which is also matched by the WVURC)* A range of* Dependent Education Scholarship* WVU Perks* And More!!What you'll do:Setting up rodent breeding colonies, ear notching and send the tissue for genotyping and entering the genotypes in the census softwareEuthanizing and harvesting animal tissues, isolating RNA and proteins and perform QPCR and Protein immunoblots, collecting and handling human blood samples, and storing them and documenting the results.Monitoring and preparing reagents and buffers for laboratory experiments.Maintains laboratory environment in a clean and safe status, including compliance with all federal, state, and local health, safety, and environmental requirements and regulationsQualificationsBachelor's degree in science related fieldA minimum of 0-1 year of experience:Rodent handling, ear notching and identificationEuthanizing and Tissue harvestingRNA isolation and cDNA conversion, QPCRProtein isolation and immunoblottingOperating basic laboratory instrumentsStrong communication skills, both written and verbal are mustRodent handling skillsAbility to prepare reagents and buffersQPCR and Protein isolation from animal tissues and cellsAbility to learn GraphPad statistical analysis

　　About Research CorporationThe WVURC was created as a not-for-profit corporation in 1985 to support research (R1) at West Virginia University. We provide evaluation, development, patenting, management, and marketing services for inventions of the faculty, staff and students of the University.The WVURC receives and administers funds awarded by external agencies for research and other activities and is responsible for helping protect intellectual property through patents, copyrights and licensing agreements for start-up companies based on University research.Creating an inclusive, engaged, and dynamic environment is core to WVURC's mission. We welcome candidates who can contribute a range of ideas, approaches and experiences.West Virginia University Research Corporation is proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer. We value diversity among its employees and invites applications from all qualified applicants regardless of race, ethnicity, color, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, nationality, genetics, disability, or Veteran status.Job Posting:Dec 20, 2023Posting... For full info follow application link.

　　West Virginia University Research Corporation is proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer. West Virginia University Research Corporation values diversity among its employees and invites applications from all qualified applicants regardless of race, ethnicity, color, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, nationality, genetics, disability, or Veteran status.