Research Associate - Sleep and Cardiometabolic Health Laboratory

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At the forefront of medical discovery as it relates to understanding the causes of obesity, diabetes, cardiovascular disease, cancer and dementia, Pennington Biomedical Research Center is a campus of Louisiana State University and conducts basic, clinical and population research. The Center includes Basic Science, Clinical Research, and Population and Public Health, enabling both focused research and translational science. Research at Pennington Biomedical is supported broadly by multiple NIH Research Centers, and includes approximately 65 faculty and 20 postdoctoral fellows who comprise a network of 44 laboratories and 13 highly specialized core service facilities. Pennington Biomedical is located within state-of-the-art research facilities on a 222-acre campus in Baton Rouge, Louisiana.

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Job Posting Title:

Research Associate - Sleep and Cardiometabolic Health Laboratory

   

Position Type:

Other Academic

   

Department:

LSUPBRC Clinic - Sleep and Cardiometabolic Health (Prachi Singh (00060600))

   

Work Location:

LSU - Pennington Biomedical

   

Pay Grade:

Other Academic

   

Job Description:

Pennington Biomedical Research Center, a world-renowned academic research institute of Louisiana State University, is seeking a Research Associate in the

Sleep and Cardiometabolic Health Laboratory.

 

The Research Associate will contribute to research studies investigating the intricate relationship between sleep, circadian rhythms, and cardiometabolic health. This position involves assisting with all aspects of research projects, from participant recruitment and data collection to data analysis. The ideal candidate will have a strong interest in clinical studies including sleep and cardiometabolic research, excellent organizational skills, and the ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Major Responsibilities

• Manage all aspects of clinical sleep studies, including maintaining sleep laboratory supplies, conducting overnight polysomnography, coordinating sleep study scheduling, and ensuring the smooth execution of clinical protocols. Further responsibilities include initiating and distributing devices such as accelerometers, oximeters, ambulatory blood pressure monitors etc. and downloading data. 

• Conduct in vitro and ex vivo experiments, employing a range of techniques such as cell culture, isolating monocytes from participant samples, tissue culture, Western blotting, RNA analysis, and confocal microscopy. 

• Oversee laboratory operations, including equipment maintenance, inventory management, and adherence to safety protocols. Manage research data, ensuring its integrity, security, and accessibility for analysis.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in biological science, psychology, neuroscience, or a related field. 

• Some research exposure/experience, which could include undergraduate research projects, volunteer work in a lab, or internships. 

• Familiarity with basic lab skills including cell culture, Western blot analysis, RNA analysis and confocal imaging. 

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.

• Strong organizational skills and attention to deta