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Form of workSOP-DPET - 452200
Career Area :Research Professionals
Posting Open Date:01/26/2024
Application Deadline:01/28/2024
Position Type:Temporary Staff (SHRA)
Position Title :Research Assistant - Jackson Lab
Position Number:20039974
Vacancy ID:S022592
Full-time/Part-time:Full-Time Temporary
Hours per week:40
Work Schedule:M-F 8-5 pm
Position Location:North Carolina, US
Hiring Range:$20/hr
Proposed Start Date:02/01/2024
Estimated Duration of Appointment:6 months or less
Be a Tar Heel!:A global higher education leader in innovative teaching, research and public service, the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill consistently ranks as one of the nation’s top public universities. Known for its beautiful campus, world-class medical care, commitment to the arts and top athletic programs, Carolina is an ideal place to teach, work and learn.One of the best college towns and best places to live in the United States, Chapel Hill has diverse social, cultural, recreation and professional opportunities that span the campus and community.University employees can choose from a wide range of professional training opportunities for career growth, skill development and lifelong learning and enjoy exclusive perks that include numerous retail and restaurant discounts, savings on local child care centers and special rates for performing arts events.
Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit:The UNC Eshelman School of Pharmacy (www.pharmacy.unc.edu) is one of six health science schools (Pharmacy, Nursing, Dentistry, Social Work, Public Health, Medicine) at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and is one of the oldest health science academic programs at Chapel Hill. The School teaches approximately 600 PharmD students and 145 graduate students. The School has built a reputation for its continued pursuit of excellence, rigorous education and training programs, cutting-edge multidisciplinary research, progressive pharmacy practices, efficient business operations, and its outstanding faculty, staff, and students. The School was named the number one School of Pharmacy in the U.S. by the U.S. News and World Report. The School has experienced unprecedented growth and success and continues to strategically position itself for sustained impact, as articulated in the School’s Strategic Plan (https://pharmacy.unc.edu/about/oe/strategic-plan/).
Our Vision is to be the global leader in pharmacy and pharmaceutical sciences. Our Mission is to prepare leaders and innovators to solve the world’s most pressing health care challenges. We are Advancing Medicine for Life through innovation and collaboration in pharmacy practice, education, research, and public service.
The individual in this position will provide research support in the laboratory of Dr. Klarissa Jackson in the UNC Eshelman School of Pharmacy Division of Pharmacotherapy and Experimental Therapeutics (DPET). The Research Assistant with work under the supervision of Dr. Jackson to assist with sample preparation and liquid chromatography – tandem mass spectrometry (LC-MS/MS) analysis for quantifying cholesterol metabolites (oxysterols) from human plasma samples. The person in this position will also assist with research supply ordering, assay set-up, data analysis, and communication with collaborators involved in the research. The Research Assistant will be required to follow laboratory safety protocols and complete training in human subjects research prior to working with human samples.
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements:Demonstrated possession of the competencies necessary to perform the work.
Required Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience:* Excellent organizational and communication skills (including written and verbal communication)
* Working knowledge of appropriate laboratory techniques (e.g., pipetting) and safety compliance procedures (e.g., safety procedures for working with chemical and biological hazardous materials)
* Ability to work independently with a high level of responsibility and accountability
* Ability to follow laboratory protocols
* Proficient in use of Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
* Bachelor’s degree (B.S. or B.A.) in Chemistry, Biology, Biochemistry, Pharmacology or related science disciple
* 1-2 years of previous research experience in a biomedical, pharmaceutical, or biological sciences laboratory
* Experience with data management and analysis, such as with statistical analysis and graphing software
* Experience with sample preparation and LC-MS/MS analysis
* Experience with record keeping and administrative responsibilities
* Ability to read and understand the scientific literature
Not Applicable.
