HOW TO APPLY

To be considered, a cover letter (1-2 pages) and full CV are required. The cover letter must be the leading page of your CV and should:

• Specifically outline the reasons for your interest in the position and
• Outline your particular skills and experience that directly relate to this position

JOB SUMMARY

The Department of Emergency Medicine is searching for an independent, organized, and highly-motivated Research Laboratory Specialist Associate to join Dr. Cindy Hsu’s laboratory. Dr. Hsu is an emergency medicine/critical care physician-scientist and the Division Chief of Critical Care in the Department of Emergency Medicine who strives to improve the outcome of cardiac arrest patients by transforming how we translate innovative therapies from large animal models to clinical care. Your role will be to assist with translational research projects that focus on testing novel therapies or devices in cardiac arrest large animal models. This position provides ample opportunities for professional growth through skill acquisitions, scientific publications, and mentorship.
As a Research Laboratory Technician, you will be a vital member of a growing multidisciplinary team led by Dr. Hsu. You will also work closely with several research faculty and staff within the Max Harry Weil Institute for Critical Care Research & Innovation on other clinically-relevant large animal models including cardiac arrest, hemorrhagic shock, traumatic brain injury, acute respiratory distress syndrome, and septic shock. This position may require some overnight shifts.
This is a 2-year position with an option to extend based on funding. Starting salaries will vary depending upon the qualifications and experience of the selected candidate.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS*

• Must work well independently and in a group, have excellent organizational and time management skills, excellent verbal and written communication skills, be detail-oriented and able to keep accurate records, and able to multitask.
• Proficient in MS Office Suite.
• Must be able to lift 50 lbs.
  Lead Level: Bachelor’s degree or Licensed Veterinary Technician with at least 2-3 years of experience in using animal models
  Senior Level: Bachelor’s degree or Licensed Veterinary Technician with at least 1-2 years of experience in using animal models
  Intermediate Level: High school diploma or associate’s degree and 1 to 2 years research experience or Bachelor’s degree and 0-1 years of research experience

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS*

• Experience in veterinary medicine, surgery, and post-operative large animal care (especially swine) is highly desired.
• Experience as an EMT or paramedic is highly desired.
• Have a strong interest in cardiac arrest and critical care research with self-motivation for independent learning and enthusiasm for developing new skills and expertise.
• Additional experience with basic histology or cellular/molecular biology techniques are desired.
• Desire to learn complex data management skills.

Research experiments (50%)

• Consistently assist with surgical procedures for physiological monitoring of swine and a wide variety of biological sample collection/testing. Training will be provided when needed.
• Maintain detailed and accurate post-operative records and provide medical support to the animals as needed
• Assist with the perfusion and histological processing of tissue samples
• Interact professionally and collaboratively with all members of the research team

Laboratory operations (20%)

• Assist with the creation and maintenance of animal and experimental protocols
• Maintain laboratory equipment and documentation of lab safety for compliance
• Other tasks may include autoclaving, ordering supplies, preparation of stock solutions, and preparing surgical trays

Data management and analysis (20%)

• Organize and maintain clear and accurate records of samples and data
• Assist with data processing, analyses, and presentation to faculty investigators at lab meetings on regular basis
• Assist with the creation of tables, charts, and graphs for lab meetings, publications, and grant proposals

Others responsibilities (10%)

• As assigned