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University of Cincinnati

Location: CincinnatiOH 45221 Document ID: AC285-3B6X Posted on: 2018-09-1109/11/2018 Job Type: Regular

Job Schedule:Full-time
2018-10-11
 

Research Assistant - College of Medicine



RESEARCH ASSISTANT

College of Medicine

Department of Cancer Biology

University of Cincinnati

The University of Cincinnati is a premier, public, urban research university; ranked as one of America's top 26 public research universities by the National Science Foundation. U.S. News has ranked UC in the Top Tier of America's Best Colleges. The Chronicle of Higher Education calls UC a "research heavyweight". Forbes, Delta Sky and Travel + Leisure magazines have named UC one of the most beautiful campuses. #HottestCollegeInAmerica

UC is one of the largest employers in the Cincinnati region, employing over 15,000 full time and part time faculty, staff and student workers. The College of Medicine, Department of Cancer Biology, is looking for a Research Assistant in the laboratory of Dr. Xiaoting Zhang. This position will support the University's mission and commitment to excellence and diversity in our students, faculty, staff and all our activities.

Job Summary : The Department of Cancer Biology at University of Cincinnati is seeking a self-motivated individual to assist the research on transcriptional and epigenetic regulation of gene expression in breast cancer and further development of RNA-based nano-theraputics for treatments. Part of the responsibility is to assist the daily running of the laboratory. This includes but not limited to: ordering and organizing laboratory supplies and records, assisting experiments involving basic biochemical, molecular and animal experiments by following the protocols. Previous experience and knowledge with protein and RNA purification, immunostaining and mouse colony management and surgery are advantageous. Opportunity for independent research is also available depending on experience and interest.

Minimum Qualifications : Bachelor's degree in a profession/field or equivalent level of knowledge.

Desired Qualifications: BS or MS degree in Biochemistry, Molecular Biology and other Biological Sciences, or in a related field with experience and strong interest in laboratory research. Prior experience with animal studies, RNA-seq/ChIP-seq analyses or nanotechnology is a plus.

This position will be a professional position paid at an hourly rate.

The University of Cincinnati, as a multi-national and culturally diverse university, is committed to providing an inclusive, equitable and diverse place of learning and employment. As part of a complete job application you will be asked to include a Contribution to Diversity and Inclusion statement.

As a UC employee, and an employee of an Ohio public institution, if hired you will not contribute to the federal Social Security system, other than contributions to Medicare. Instead, UC employees have the option to contribute to a state retirement plan (OPERS, STRS) or an alternative retirement plan (ARP).

The University of Cincinnati is an Affirmative Action / Equal Opportunity Employer / M / F / Veteran / Disabled.

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