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Research Assistant

Employer
East Carolina University
Location
Greenville

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Job Details

Job Title:

Research Assistant

Position Number :

500270

Vacancy Open to :

All Candidates

Department :

EHH BSOM Microbiology and Immuun

Department Homepage :

https://microbiology-immunology.ecu.edu/

Advertising Department :

MICROBIOLOGY & IMMUNOLOGY

Division :

Health Sciences

Classification Title :

Research Assistant

Working Title :

Research Assistant

Number of Vacancies :

1

Full Time Equivalent (FTE) :

1.0

Full Time or Part Time :

Full Time

Position Location (City) :

Greenville

Position Type:

Non-Faculty

Job Category :

Non-Faculty Instructional & Research

Organizational Unit Overview:

The Department of Microbiology and Immunology is a distinguished research and teaching facility of East Carolina University School of Medicine consisting of approximately 50 people.
This department provides an academic base for teacher-scientists employed by the School of Medicine at East Carolina University in the disciplines of microbiology, immunology, molecular biology and other related disciplines. The department provides instruction to medical students, dental students, and graduate students. The department also provides guidance and research experience to graduate students seeking advanced degrees in microbiology and immunology. The department also offers a postdoctoral research training program. The department supports an array of faculty (16)-directed research programs of which many are supported by extramural grants and/or contracts. The department provides service to the school, university, state, nation, and to the profession by activities of faculty members on committees, study sections, in professional
organizations, as consultants, and through other activities.

Job Duties :

The Department of Microbiology and Immunology is seeking a Research Scholar. The responsibilities of this position as in all our departments laboratories are similar in education, competency and experience requirements. Main change in duties is instead of having basic knowledge and skills this person is required to respond, modify research processes, work independently in collecting data and analyzing the data for recording research and writing papers for publications. This researcher will train and supervise others. Following is specific examples.

Although technical in nature this researcher is required to work independent of the PI in carrying out research goals in the lab. The researcher will train other lab personnel, master students, student workers & graduate students in the method of molecular biology, the design of experiments, in vitro and in vivo tick-mouse models of Lyme disease. The researcher may prepare manuscripts on their scientific experiments and be reviewed by PI. Although working with more independence the researcher will continue to meet and interact with PI to set goals & review progress.

Specifically, this position will be involved in research on Borrelia burgdorferi and Leptospira genetics, biochemical pathways, and virulence mechanisms of the spirochetes.

Minimum Education/Experience :

Master’s degree plus some hands-on experience in genetics/molecular biology/bacterial genetics and handling of animals for in vivo experimentation.


License or Certification Required by Statute or Regulation :

N/A

Special Instructions to Applicant :

East Carolina University requires applicants to submit a candidate profile online in order to be considered for the position. In addition to submitting a candidate profile online, please submit online the required applicant documents:

Curriculum Vitae
Letter of Interest
List of Three References (noting contact information)

Additional Instructions to Applicant:

In order to be considered for this position, applicants must complete a candidate profile online via the PeopleAdmin system and submit any requested documents. Additionally, applicants that possess the preferred education and experience must also possess the minimum education/experience, if applicable.

Job Open Date :

04/19/2022

Open Until Filled:

Yes

Initial Screening Begins :

05/03/2022

Quick Link for Direct Access to Posting :

https://ecu.peopleadmin.com/postings/50700

AA/EOE :

East Carolina University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer and seeks to create an environment that fosters the recruitment and retention of a more diverse student body, faculty, staff and administration. We encourage qualified applicants from women, minorities, veterans, individuals with a disability, and historically underrepresented groups. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race/ethnicity, color, genetic information, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, political affiliation, or veteran status.

Individuals requesting accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA) should contact the Department of Human Resources at (252) 737-1018 (Voice/TTY) or ADA-Coordinator@ecu.edu.

Eligibility for Employment :

Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. ECU 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.

Office of Human Resources Contact Information :

If you experience any problems accessing the system or have questions about the application process, please contact the Office of Human Resources at (252) 328-9847 or toll free at 1-866-489-1740 or send an email to employment@ecu.edu. Our office is available to provide assistance Monday-Friday from 8:00-5:00 EST.

Organization

ECU offers a challenging academic environment and an energetic campus life. We are committed to excellence through a talented and diverse faculty and staff. One of the perks of working at ECU is that you can take up to 9 credit hours of classes per year at no cost to you. There is also a textbook loan program in place available to permanent ECU staff and faculty, or their eligible dependent children or spouse. ECU also offers excellent benefits, including health care and retirement plans, and generous leave time.

Scholarship. Discovery. Service. Leadership.

Here, those values are more than just buzzwords. They indicate the wealth of opportunity that ECU students experience while engaging in the rigorous pursuit of knowledge. They define the many ways in which students innovate and forge new paths. They encompass the life lessons our students learn while serving others and improving communities. They emphasize the encouragement our students receive to stand up and lead the way into a brighter tomorrow. http://www.ecu.edu/cs-acad/admissions/whyecu.cfm

To be a national model for student success, public service and regional transformation, East Carolina University:

  • Uses innovative learning strategies and delivery methods to maximize access;
  • Prepares students with the knowledge, skills and values to succeed in a global, multicultural society;
  • Develops tomorrow's leaders to serve and inspire positive change;
  • Discovers new knowledge and innovations to support a thriving future for eastern North Carolina and beyond;
  • Transforms health care, promotes wellness, and reduces health disparities; and
  • Improves quality of life through cultural enrichment, academics, the arts, and athletics.

http://www.ecu.edu/cs-admin/chancellor/mission-and-vision.cfm

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