Research Scholar

Location: 
4150 Clement St
San Francisco, CA 94121
United States
Job Posted Date: 
March 14, 2019
Opportunities: 
Full-time Positions
Postdoc Positions
Population: 
Life Sciences

Research Scholar

This position will be located at our SF VA Medical Center.

Position Definition:

The incumbent will be training and conducting research experiments evaluating the role of the IGF-I signaling pathway and skeletal unloading in bone metabolism.

Essential Functions:

  • Conduct phosphorylation assay of IGF-I signal pathways using immunoprecipitation and western blotting system
  • Conduct experiments using skeletal unloading models (rats or mice)
  • Conduct experiments using primary cell culture of bone marrow and periosteal osteoprogenitors
  • Perform histomorphometry and immunohistochemistry of bone sections
  • Perform qPCR on RNA preparations from bone and bone cultures
  • Prepare various chemicals for experimental use
  • Perform statistical analysis of experimental results and findings
  • Perform supply ordering/maintenance and equipment maintenance; perform additional general laboratory management duties as assigned
  • Perform other related duties as assigned
Job Requirements: 

Job Requirements:

  • Completion of a doctoral program in biomedical sciences
  • Prior experience in a laboratory environment and basic knowledge of procedures used in biochemistry/molecular biology research is highly desirable
  • Prior experience and knowledge of bone biology and evaluation of bone is highly desirable
  • Experience in working with small animals, especially mice
  • Strong oral/written communication and organizational skills
  • Ability to accurately follow experimental protocols
  • Ability to manage multiple projects, tasks and priorities to achieve desired goal
How to Apply: 

For more information about NCIRE -- The Veterans Health Research Institute or to apply for this exciting opportunity, please visit us at www.ncire.org and select job #18-0104 or you may apply directly, by cutting and pasting the below link into your browser:

https://rew21.ultipro.com/NOR1032/jobboard/NewCandidateExt.aspx?__JobID=654

NCIRE --The Veterans Health Research Institute is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Per San Francisco's Fair Chance Ordinance, NCIRE - The Veterans Health Research Institute will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories

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Location: 
San Francisco
Greater Bay Area
Peninsula
California