Position Announcement

Researcher I, II or III (Neuroendocrinology)
Department of Physiology
 

Two one hundred percent (100%) time term positions beginning as soon as possible. Continued appointment is dependent on periodic review of performance and extension of appointment is subject to availability of grant funds.

Description of Duties and Position:  To oversee active research laboratory and/or assist in molecular neuroendocrinology studies on the control of reproduction. Duties include: 1) General laboratory maintenance including ordering supplies for the laboratory, maintaining laboratory equipment and maintaining compliance records, 2) Supervising and assisting lower level technicians and/or students, 3)Performing molecular biology techniques such as RT-PCR, RNA isolation, gel electrophoresis, DNA subcloning, plasmid preparation, in situ hybridization, ribonuclease protection assay, promoter-reporter assay, western blotting and immunocytochemistry, 4) Maintaining tissue culture laboratory, which includes use of sterile techniques, preparation of media, serum and solutions for culture of cells, care of cell
lines and plating and harvesting cells for experiments, 5) Animal handling and keeping accurate records on mating rats, 6) Performing minor surgery as ovariectomy, blood vessel, brain cannulation or intracardial perfusion, 7) Performing histological techniques as brain sectioning and image analysis, 8) Performing various assays including radioimmunoassays and HPLC, and 9) Assisting other laboratory personnel with experiments.

Minimum Qualifications:  For Researcher I position, previous laboratory experience is desirable but not required. A background in science, interest in biomedical research and willingness to learn is essential. For Researcher II and Researcher III positions, laboratory experience is essential and those with demonstrated experience in, molecular biology techniques, animal handling and surgery, tissue culture and/or radioactive assays will be given priority. Researcher I requires a BA/BS in physiology, biological sciences, molecular biology or related field. Researcher II requires a MA/MS degree or BA/BS with at least 2 years of laboratory experience in physiology, molecular biology or related field. Researcher III requires a MA/MS degree and a minimum of two years of relevant experience or a BA/BS degree with a minimum of six years experience in physiology, molecular biology or related field and supervisory experience in overseeing an active research laboratory.

Salary:  Depends on level of experience. Researcher I minimum starting salary is $2,145.83 per month. Researcher II minimum starting salary is $2,317.50 per month. Researcher III minimum starting salary is $2,746.67 per month.

Date of Employment:  ASAP

Application Deadline:  August 1, 2008, or until filled.

Application Procedure:  Submit letter of application, resume and names, addresses and telephone numbers of three references to:

Dr. Lydia Arbogast
Department of Physiology
School of Medicine
Mail Code 6523
Southern Illinois University Carbondale
1135 Lincoln Drive
Carbondale, Illinois 62901

SIUC is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer that strives to enhance its
ability to develop a diverse faculty and staff and to increase its potential to serve a
diverse student population.  All applications are welcomed and encouraged and
will receive consideration.