LSU Health New Orleans

Functional Position Title RESEARCH ASSOCIATE 1 or 2

Position Number 00058675

Appointment Type Regular

Location-City New Orleans

School/Division LSUNO BASIC HEALTH SCIENCES

Department LSUNO B/S-Multidisciplinary

Position Summary

The Morphology and Imaging Core of the School of Medicine is looking for a Research Associate to carry out standard operating procedures related to histopathology and imaging of samples from investigators across the LSU Health Sciences Center campus, adjacent academic institutes, and industrial partners. The incumbent will work independently but under the guidance of senior staff. They will assist in technical procedures for various projects within established guidelines and contribute to developing and implementing new procedures for existing and new equipment. Responsibilities include preparing specimens for analysis, compiling histological, molecular, and imaging data, and ensuring general lab upkeep and inventory.

Key responsibilities:

• Processing human and animal tissue specimens for paraffin or frozen sections
• Performing histopathology and immunohistochemistry staining of tissue samples
• Conducting basic imaging of tissue samples or sections and cell cultures using transmitted, epifluorescence, or stereo-microscopy
• Updating databases (sample and material inventory, data entry, data analysis)
• Reviewing protocols and providing assistance in developing new ones
• Communicating technical aspects of various procedures to students, staff, and faculty
• Troubleshooting and maintaining lab equipment
• Ensuring compliance with regulatory and safety standards for the laboratory

Additional Position Information

Required Education Bachelor's

If Other Required Education, please specify

Discipline(s) Basic or Health Sciences

Certifications/Licenses Required

Indicate the minimum number of years required to do the job RA1 0-1 years, RA2 2-3 years

Indicate the type of experience required to do the job Laboratory experience

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

A Master’s degree or PhD may substitute for the experience requirement.

Preferred Education Master's

If Other Preferred Education, please specify

Discipline(s) Basic or Health Sciences

Certifications/Licenses Preferred

Indicate the preferred experience to perform the job

Posting Number U01388P

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).

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