About this opportunity
Goldbelt, Inc. lists this Preclinical Laboratory Research Assistant opportunity in silver spring, Maryland. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Overview
Goldbelt Apex, a part of the Healthcare Technology Transformation Group, is a data-focused company dedicated to process and quality in every aspect. As experts in healthcare IT experts, Apex is committed to building systems for healthcare organizations to seamlessly communicate and exchange data across different systems and devices.
Summary
We are seeking a Preclinical Laboratory Research Assistant that will engage in preclinical laboratory research, encompassing all aspects of original scientific research. This includes assessing behavior, pathophysiology, molecular mechanisms, and laboratory maintenance. The role involves integrating existing scientific literature, applying appropriate research methods, data collection, data management, and statistical data analysis.
Responsibilities
Essential Job Functions
Develop research proposals aligned with the military medical mission of Blast-Induced Neurotrauma research
Prepare written animal use and/or human subject protocols for research objectives
Navigate the WRAIR Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee (IACUC) and Human Use Review Committee (HURC) to obtain protocol approvals
Conduct literature reviews and develop summary reports relevant to ongoing research in blast TBI and polytrauma
Coordinate research projects, including experiment design, direction of research staff, and collaboration with other researchers
Provide subject matter expertise in traumatic brain injury and polytrauma
Perform routine and specialized surgical procedures on animal subjects
Evaluate neuroprotective pharmacological therapies using various outcome measures
Perform quantitative analytical assessments of molecular and cellular responses to stressors and injuries
Qualifications
Necessary Skills and Knowledge
Strong understanding of neurobehavioral and physiological assessments
Proficiency in various surgical and experimental techniques
Excellent literature review and scientific writing skills
Ability to coordinate and lead research projects
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Effective communication and collaboration abilities
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Neuroscience, Biology, or a related field
At least 3-5 years of experience in preclinical laboratory research
Ability to work in a laboratory environment with animal subjects
Experience with animal handling, aseptic procedures, and surgical techniques
Proficiency in data collection, management, and statistical analysis
Experience in developing research proposals and navigating research protocol approval processes
Must be able to obtain government CAC
Preferred Qualifications
Master or Ph.D. in Neuroscience, Biology or related field is preferred
Familiarity with military medical research objectives is a plus
Pay and Benefits
The salary range for this position is $85,000 to $95,000 annually.
At Goldbelt, we value and reward our team's dedication and hard work. We provide a competitive base salary commensurate with your qualifications and experience. As an employee, you'll enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) plan with company matching, tax-deferred savings options, supplementary benefits, paid time off, and professional development opportunities.
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Worksite address
silver spring, MD, 20900, US
Who can apply
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