Research Scientist I, Norton LabMicrobiology/Immunology

Location: New Orleans, LA

Summary

A Research Scientist in the Norton Laboratory in the Department of Immunology & Microbiology is available immediately to conduct research projects on vaccination and infectious diseases under NIH contracts and grants. Research Scientists are individuals holding a Ph.D or equivalent terminal degree who play a major role in enabling research programs through collaborative and collegial interactions with faculty, postdoctoral fellows, graduate students, and staff. A research scientist may apply his/her effort entirely to research, or a combination of research, training, and lab managerial activities. The rank of the research scientist is a staff appointment.

Required Qualifications

• Terminal Degree (Ph.D. /M.D. /D.V.M., etc.)

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in rodent handling and tissue processing.• Experience in laboratory techniques such as cell culture, ELISA and flow cytometry are desirable.• Experience in aseptic techniques and culture.• Experience in statistical analysis and/or big data management.