Research Associate Job at Creighton University, Omaha, NE

  • Creighton University
  • Omaha, NE

Job Description

We are looking for a highly self-motivated Research Associate with the ability to work both in vitro and in vivo collaboratively within a team. This role offers an exciting opportunity to investigate cellular and molecular mechanisms underlying the pathophysiology of neurological diseases and disorders such as stroke, Alzheimer’s disease, and Parkinson’s disease with a focus on the role of neuroinflammation, epigenetic regulation and microRNAs, and on protein regulation and degradation such as ubiquitination and autophagy. Our research aims to identify novel therapeutic targets for these challenging conditions.The successful candidate will engage in discussions with the Principal Investigator (PI) and other scientists in the lab to design, execute, and troubleshoot experiments, as well as to analyze and interpret results. Opportunities for involvement in the preparation of manuscripts and scientific reports will be provided.The position requires 8 working hours per day (40 hours per week). The schedule may be flexible depending on experimental needs, and working hours may occasionally extend into evenings or weekends.Engage in discussions with the Principal Investigator (PI) and other scientists in the lab to design, execute, and troubleshoot experiments, as well as to analyze and interpret results.Provide a wide variety of laboratory testing and technical lab support for projects in the laboratory.Document experiments, maintain laboratory notebook, analyze data, and report using complex statistical computer software.Qualifications:• B.S./B.A. or M.S. in areas of biology, chemistry, or a related field of science. • 3+ year’s research lab experience• Strong background on neurological disorders and diseases preferred. • Prior experience in rodent surgery and handling preferred.Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, organizational skills, and analytical skills required.• Requires knowledge of the processes/procedures in testing, documenting experiments, maintaining laboratory notebook, analyzing data, and reporting using complex statistical computer software.Creighton University is committed to providing a safe and non-discriminatory educational and employment environment. The University admits qualified students, hires qualified employees and accepts patients for treatment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, marital status, national origin, age, disability, citizenship, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, or other status protected by law. Its education and employment policies, scholarship and loan programs, and other programs and activities, are administered without unlawful discrimination. Creighton complies with all applicable laws and regulations governing equal opportunity in the workplace and in educational activities.Applicants with disabilities needing reasonable accommodations to complete the application or hiring process should contact Human Resources at HR@creighton.edu. Creighton University seeks candidates who understand, respect, and can contribute to the University's mission and values. We are looking for a highly self-motivated Research Associate with the ability to work both in vitro and in vivo collaboratively within a team. This role offers an exciting opportunity to investigate cellular and molecular mechanisms underlying the pathophysiology of neurological diseases and disorders such as stroke, Alzheimer’s disease, and Parkinson’s disease with a focus on the role of neuroinflammation, epigenetic regulation and microRNAs, and on protein regulation and degradation such as ubiquitination and autophagy. Our research aims to identify novel therapeutic targets for these challenging conditions. The successful candidate will engage in discussions with the Principal Investigator (PI) and other scientists in the lab to design, execute, and troubleshoot experiments, as well as to analyze and interpret results. Opportunities for involvement in the preparation of manuscripts and scientific reports will be provided.The position requires 8 working hours per day (40 hours per week). The schedule may be flexible depending on experimental needs, and working hours may occasionally extend into evenings or weekends.Engage in discussions with the Principal Investigator (PI) and other scientists in the lab to design, execute, and troubleshoot experiments, as well as to analyze and interpret results.Provide a wide variety of laboratory testing and technical lab support for projects in the laboratory.Document experiments, maintain laboratory notebook, analyze data, and report using complex statistical computer software.Qualifications:• B.S./B.A. or M.S. in areas of biology, chemistry, or a related field of science.

  • 3+ year’s research lab experience
  • Strong background on neurological disorders and diseases preferred.
  • Prior experience in rodent surgery and handling preferred.Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, organizational skills, and analytical skills required.
  • Requires knowledge of the processes/procedures in testing, documenting experiments, maintaining laboratory notebook, analyzing data, and reporting using complex statistical computer software.Full timePosting Date: 2026-09-10

Job Tags

Flexible hours, Afternoon shift

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