Job Description

Posting Details

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Posting Summary

Functional Position Title

RESEARCH ASSOCIATE 1, 2, OR 3

Position Number

00058637

Appointment Type

Regular

Location-City

New Orleans

School/Division

MEDICAL SCHOOL

Department

Center of excellence-Cancer

Position Summary

Under supervision, the Research Associate 1, 2, or 3 (RA1/2/3) position will work in the HIV Biorepository Core laboratory used by multiple investigators at LSUHSC, partner institutions, other universities and outside vendors. The RA1/2/3 will facilitate the acquisition, processing and archival of tissues from HIV infected subjects and controls as well as subjects with tumors of viral etiology. The incumbent will provide various services, including patient identification, obtaining informed consent, specimen collection, tissue processing, sample storage and maintenance, database creation, and management of the HIV Biorepository data. They may also be responsible for all database, equipment, and technological procurement suggestions and upgrades.



The incumbent is expected to perform general day-to-day lab operations including daily and routine maintenance of lab equipment and instruments The RA1/2/3 will also purchase and/or recommend the purchase of lab supplies, reagents and new equipment for research projects. The selected candidate must have reliable transportation and the ability/be willing to travel daily to various clinics for specimen collection when required.



Successful candidates must be able to work with a high degree of self-motivation and possess strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently and/or within a team. Prior laboratory experience is highly desirable.

Additional Position Information

Minimum Qualifications

Required Education

Bachelor's

If Other Required Education, please specify

Discipline(s)

Basic Science, Health Science, or related field

Certifications/Licenses Required

Indicate the minimum number of years required to do the job

RA1 - Zero (0) to under three (3) years of experience; RA2 - Three (3) years of experience; RA3 - Five (5) years of experience

Indicate the type of experience required to do the job

Research or research environment, laboratory management, Core lab, and/or clinical experience

Indicate if any combination of specific experience, training and education may be substituted for the required education or experience

RA2 - Master's degree in a basic or health science or related field with a minimum of 1 year of experience

RA3 - Master's degree in a basic or health science or related field with a minimum of 2 years of experience

or

PhD in a basic or health science or related field


Preferred Qualifications

Preferred Education

If Other Preferred Education, please specify

Discipline(s)

Certifications/Licenses Preferred

Indicate the preferred experience to perform the job

Core laboratory and/or lab management experience


Posting Detail Information

Posting Number

U01655P

Number of Vacancies

1

Desired Start Date

Position End Date (if temporary)

Posting Close Date

Open Until Filled

Yes

Application Review Date to Begin

Special Instructions Summary

EEO Statement

LSU Health New Orleans seeks candidates who will contribute to a climate where students, faculty, and staff of all identities and backgrounds have equitable access and success opportunities. As an equal opportunity employer, we welcome all to apply without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, physical or mental disability, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. LSU Health New Orleans is also designated as a State As a Model Employer (SAME) agency and provides assistance to persons needing accommodations or with the accessibility of materials. For those seeking such accommodations or assistance related to this search, we encourage you to contact the Office of Human Resource Management (

HRMADA@lsuhsc.edu

).

About the School/Department

Comprehensive benefits are available to eligible employees and their dependents including health, life, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; retirement plans; generous annual and sick leave; 14 paid holidays per year; and an employee health primary care clinic. See following link for more details on our benefits offerings: LSUHSC, New Orleans - Benefits

Other employee benefits include a full-service credit union, wellness benefits featuring complimentary fitness center membership for employees and their spouses, employee assistance program, campus assistance program, and pet insurance option. More information about these benefits can be found on this webpage: Additional Benefits

Supplemental Questions

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Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).



Which of the following best describes your earned degree and work experience or will by start date?
+ Bachelor's Degree in Basic Science, Health Science, or related field
+ Bachelor's Degree in Basic Science, Health Science, or related field AND at least 3 years of research or research environment, laboratory management, Core lab, and/or clinical experience
+ Bachelor's Degree in Basic Science, Health Science, or related field AND at least 5 years of research or research environment, laboratory management, Core lab, and/or clinical experience
+ Master's Degree in Basic Science, Health Science, or related field AND at least 1 year of research or research environment, laboratory management, Core lab, and/or clinical experience
+ Master's Degree in Basic Science, Health Science, or related field AND at least 2 years of research or research environment, laboratory management, Core lab, and/or clinical experience
+ PhD in Basic Science, Health Science, or related field
+ None of the above