Research Associate

The Division of Nutritional Sciences at Cornell University invites applications for a Research Associate position. Candidates must have extensive experience working in both a clinical and basic science research laboratory using a variety of cellular, molecular and biochemical techniques to investigate the nutritional and metabolic regulation of ovarian function. Previous experience working with human subjects, molecular profiling of adipokines and functional genomics is necessary.  This is a one-year appointment that may be renewed based upon successful performance, available work, and available funding.

Responsibilities

The successful candidate is expected to devote 100% of their effort to research involving human subjects. The incumbent is expected to assist the principal investigator in performing experiments that investigate the role of adipose tissue in the control of ovarian function during the menstrual cycle. Primary responsibilities of the incumbent include: 1) developing IRB proposals, recruiting human subjects, scheduling clinical studies and interacting with human subjects; 2) performing cellular, molecular and biochemical assays on human serum and adipose tissue samples including, multiplex ELISA, microarrays, RT-PCR, western blots and tissue culture; 3) developing and maintaining study databases and laboratory standard operating procedures; 4) preparing manuscripts and grant proposals and 5) providing training and support for students, post-doctoral fellows, visiting scientists and other lab personnel.

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Qualifications

Ph.D. in Molecular Biology and 3-5 years of Post-Doctoral Fellowship Training.  Experience: developing IRB proposals and performing clinical research studies; processing human serum and adipose tissue samples using multiplex ELISA, microarrays, RT-PCR, western blots and tissue culture; developing study databases and laboratory standard operating procedures; preparing manuscripts and grant proposals; and training and supporting students and other lab personnel.

Academic Rank and Compensation

This is an academic appointment at the rank of research associate. Salary will be commensurate with the successful candidates academic credentials and experience.  Women and minorities are encouraged to apply. The screening of candidates will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.

Cornell University, located in Ithaca, New York, is an inclusive, dynamic, and innovative Ivy League university and New Yorks land-grant institution. Its staff, faculty, and students impart an uncommon sense of larger purpose and contribute creative ideas and best practices to further the universitys mission of teaching, research, and outreach.

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Job -Molecular Biology & Genetics

Primary Location -Ithaca

Organization -CALS Nutritional Science

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Category:	Biotech/Pharmaceutical
	> Molecular Biology
Location:	Ithaca, NY
County:	Tompkins County
ZIP Code:	14850
Pay Rate:	Open
Job Terms:	full time
Company:	Cornell University
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