Associate Scientist

Temple University's Lewis Katz School of Medicine is searching for an Associate Scientist!

Salary Range: $50,000 - $60,000

A variety of important factors are reviewed by HR when considering salary, including job duties, the applicant’s education and experience, all relevant internal equity considerations, department budget, and funding source.

Become a part of the Temple family and you will have access to the following:
Full medical, dental, vision coverage
Paid time off
9 Federally Observed Paid Holidays 
3 Personal Days
Tuition remission - eligible employees and their dependents can obtain a degree TUITION FREE
A generous retirement plan and so much more!

Position Summary:
Reporting to the Associate Professor, The Associate Scientist performs experiments based on predetermined research protocols and objectives. The Associate Scientist writes manuscripts, designs experiments and conducts research related to liver function and or reproduction.  Additionally, the Associate Scientist will perform a variety of research laboratory techniques with primary focus on metabolic and reproductive function, specifically with animal model of polycystic ovary syndrome. Employee may be familiar with PCOS model and CLAMS (comprehensive lab animal monitoring system).

Job Details:
* This position requires a background check for cash handling responsibilities.
* Must be available on nights and weekends when needed.

Required Education and Experience:
* Ph.D and at least four years of Postdoctoral experience. Experience in the study of mouse physiology, specifically related to in vivo and in vitro metabolic, or reproductive studies.

Required Skills and Abilities:
* Ability to work both independently and collaboratively.
* Show excellent critical thinking, scholarly ability, and communication skills.  
* Proficiency in required techniques including but not limited to mice handling, genotyping, cell culture.

Essential Duties:
* Cell isolation, fluorescence microscopy, gel electrophoresis, DNA, RNA isolation, western blots, immunohistochemistry, primary hepatocyte isolation. 
* Documents and reports all experimental results. 
* Completes required logs and supporting documents. 
* Maintains and troubleshoots equipment, routine repairs or notifying service personnel when more complex problems occur. 
* Performs related general duties such as ordering supplies, general lab housekeeping, and maintaining safety records.
* Performs other duties as assigned.

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Compliance Statement: In the performance of their functions as detailed in the position description employees have an obligation to avoid ethical, legal, financial and other conflicts of interest to ensure that their actions and outside activities do not conflict with their primary employment responsibilities at the institution. Employees are also expected to understand and be in compliance with applicable laws, University and employment policies and regulations, including NCAA regulations for areas and departments which their essential functions cause them to interact.

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