The University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB), Department of Neuropathology, is seeking a Researcher II to study the cellular and molecular mechanisms regulating malignant brain tumors development. The lab project's aims to screen and identify novel targets to understand the role of the tumor micro-environment (TME) and the non-cellular extracellular matrix components in high grade gliomas growth, invasion, and advance therapeutic efficacy. The research is focused on cancer biology studies using in-vitro cancer cell models, brain tumor mouse models and patient-derived glioma models with the main goal of focusing on projects that have a high potential for future clinical translation. The ideal candidate will work with a high degree of independence and as part of a team overseeing projects within the laboratory as well as assume responsibility for the day-to-day operation of lab activities.
General Responsibilities
Under minimal supervision:
To set up and perform routine and established lab procedures in support of lab goals.
To collect, enter and summarize data.
To monitor results and report unusual outcomes.
Key Duties & Responsibilities
Performs laboratory orders and collects accurately records, inventory, and provides data to management.
Develops and improves techniques and procedures for the lab. Monitors results; Performs basic statistical data analysis.
Assists in the maintenance and troubleshooting of lab equipment and supplies.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Hourly Salary Range$15.50 - $19.50
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in a related field
OR Associate's degree in a related field and two (2) years of related experience
OR High School diploma or GED and four (4) years of related experience
Work experience may NOT substitute for education requirement.
Preferences
Experience in cell culture, cancer research mice models , histology, Flow Cytometry, Western Blots, Immunohistochemistry (IHC) or Immunofluorescence (IF), microscopy, assays will be favorably considered.
Prior experience working with human specimens including tissue processing.
Experience with animal and EHS protocol.
"UAB is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer committed to fostering a diverse, equitable, and family-friendly environment in which all faculty and staff can excel and achieve work/life balance irrespective of race, national origin, age, genetic or family medical history, gender, faith, gender identity and expression as well as sexual orientation. UAB also encourages applications from individuals with disabilities and veterans."
Primary Location
:University
Job Category
:Scientific Research
Organization
:392303040 Neuropathology
Employee Status
:Regular
Shift:Day/1st Shift
Work Arrangement (final schedule to be determined by the department/hiring manager):Onsite
Known for its innovative and interdisciplinary approach to education at both the graduate and undergraduate levels, the University of Alabama at Birmingham, a part of the University of Alabama System, is an internationally renowned research university and academic medical center with more than $715 million in annual research funding and an economic impact on the state exceeding $12.1 billion a year. UAB is Alabama’s largest employer, with some 28,000 employees, and was named Forbes’ No. 1 Large Employer in the United States in 2021. UAB enrollment surpassed 21,500 for the fifth consecutive year in fall 2022. The university offers more than 180 degree programs in nine schools and one college. The pillars of UAB’s mission include education, research, innovation and economic development, community engagement and patient care. Learn more at www.uab.edu.
