Job Description:
The major focus of the Rothstein/ Nundel laboratory is to understand the role of nucleic acid sensing receptors in the development and progression of systemic autoimmune and autoinflammatory diseases. This person will work very closely with postdocs and students in a laboratory at UMass Chan Medical Center and participate as a key player in multiple research projects. Responsibilities will include genotyping of gene targeted mouse lines, animal colony maintenance, isolation and cell culture of lymphocyte populations, DNA/RNA purification and quantification, enzymatic manipulation of DNA and RNA, immunoblotting, flow cytometry, enzyme-based immunoassays, immunofluorescent microscopy, and data analysis.
Requirements:
- College graduate with a degree in Animal Science, Biology, Molecular Biology or related discipline
- Prior Laboratory Experience preferred, but not required
- Outstanding organizational and time management skills, as well as the ability to work both independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
UMass Chan Medical School, Worcester MA:
- Find out more about the UMMS research community at http://www.umassmed.edu/research-home/
- The position includes opportunities for project and career development, interaction with a diverse, talented and collegial immunology community at UMMS.
- UMass Chan Medical Center is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to improving the health of people in Central Massachusetts through excellence in care, comprehensive health services, teaching and research.
- Please note, UMass Chan has been named twice in a row to be among the top 150 places to work in Massachusetts (Boston Globe) – it is the only institution of higher learning to be selected. UMass is one of just 23 employers statewide to receive an additional special recognition by The BostonGlobe as a “DEI champion” for the visibility of our commitment, programs and policies related to recruiting, hiring, compensation and benefits, professional development, and employee involvement.
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To apply for this position:
Please send your CV and the contact information for three references to ann.rothstein@umassmed.edu and kerstin.nundel@umassmed.edu.