Posting Information
| Posting Number |
PG194059EP |
| Internal Recruitment |
No |
| Working Title |
Research Associate - Ghashghaei Lab |
| Anticipated Hiring Range |
Commensurate with Experience and Education |
| Work Schedule |
Monday - Friday, 8 am - 5 pm |
| Job Location |
Raleigh, NC |
| Department |
Department of Molecular Biomedical Sciences |
| About the Department |
The Department of Molecular Biomedical Sciences consists of 36 faculty who have a variety of research and teaching interests. Included among our faculty are 11 clinical faculty, affording students the opportunity to participate in research projects with a direct clinical correlation to veterinary and/or human medicine. Our research faculty are housed in a biomedical Research Building with 104,000 gross sq. ft., which opened in the summer of 2004. Thus, new, state-of-the-art research facilities are available to the research faculty in the department. Included in the new Research Building is a transgenic mouse facility, permitting the opportunity for graduate students to participate in research projects related to mouse and animal genomics. For information about research occurring in the lab of Dr. Troy Ghashghaei please visit http://cvm.ncsu.edu/mbs/personnel/ghashghaei_troy.html. |
| Essential Job Duties |
The broad objective of the project is to investigate the function of genes and proteins in genetic mice developed and under development in the laboratory of Dr. Troy Ghashghaei.
The individual who fills this position will assist in ongoing projects in the laboratory.
Primary responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Responsible for breeding and maintenance of genetic mice in our mouse colony.
- Supports, develops, designs/executes moderately complex research activities for multiple research projects through recording, photo-documenting, interpreting and evaluating PCR- based genotyping data.
- Under the management of the PI, assists in formulating research methods and suggests options for improving quality and solutions of experiments within the lab. Asks relevant scientific questions to help further experiments within the lab.
- Supervises and trains undergraduate and graduate students as well as temporary employees in the use of the mouse colony, including mouse handling and breeding procedures.
- Responsible for all aspect of managing the lab including equipment, supplies, purchasing.
- Accountable for ensuring lab safety procedures are understood and followed and for maintaining associated documentation.
For information about research occurring in the lab of Dr. Troy Ghashghaei please visit http://cvm.ncsu.edu/mbs/personnel/ghashghaei_troy.html. |
| Other Responsibilities |
- May contribute or assist other with publications, reports and draft manuscripts; may co-present results with Principal Investigator at meetings and/or conferences.
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Qualifications
| Minimum Education and Experience |
- Bachelor's degree in developmental neurobiology or other science related to research field, plus three or more years of relevant experience.
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| Other Required Qualifications |
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Excellent organizational skills with strong attention to detail.
- Must be able to lift up to 30 pounds.
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| Preferred Qualifications |
- Demonstrated research experience in cell and molecular biology.
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| Required License(s) or Certification(s) |
N/A |
| Valid NC Driver's License required |
No |
| Commercial Driver's License required |
No |
Recruitment Dates and Special Instructions
| Job Open Date |
04/11/2025 |
| Anticipated Close Date |
Open until filled |
| Special Instructions to Applicants |
Along with your completed application, please include as attachments a resume and cover letter. |
Position Details
| Position Number |
00061314 |
| Position Type |
EPS/SAAO |
| Full Time Equivalent (FTE) (1.0 = 40 hours/week) |
1.00 |
| Appointment |
12 Month Recurring |
| Mandatory Designation - Adverse Weather |
Non Mandatory - Adverse Weather |
| Mandatory Designation - Emergency Events |
Non Mandatory - Emergency Event |
| Department ID |
194001 - Department of Molecular Biomedical Sciences |
| AA/EEO |
NC State University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, status as an individual with a disability, or status as a protected veteran. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process are welcome to contact 919-515-3148 to speak with a representative at the Office of Equal Opportunity.
If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at (919) 515-2135 or
workatncstate@ncsu.edu.
Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit.
NC State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States. |
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North Carolina State University
Commensurate with Experience and Education
Apr 11, 2025