Job Description
Purpose of the Position:
The Research Assistant I, step 2 is a new position that will be responsible for working on assigned projects and building a gene-disease database in the PTSD space. The position involves using AI and ML tools Neo4j and Open Target Platforms to explore and integrate transcriptome and proteome data. The researcher will have to write reports and contribute to writing scientific articles for publication. This is an on-call position for a temporary project or projects for approximately 4 months.Duties/ResponsibilitiesResearch/Experiments:• Works as a member of a collaborative group to accomplish projects in a reasonable timeframe. • Build a gene-based database in the PTSD space. • Identifies, troubleshoots, and corrects or recommends solutions to problems. Research/Experiments:• Works as a member of a collaborative group to accomplish projects in a reasonable timeframe. • Build a gene-based database in the PTSD space. • Identifies, troubleshoots, and corrects or recommends solutions to problems.Laboratory Management, Software, Activity and Documentation:• Accomplishes day-to-day care and housekeeping of the laboratory. Collects, analyzes, and interprets data resulting from experimentation. • Performs literature searches to develop information of relevance to the research.• Use AI and ML tools, Neo4j and Open Target Platforms to explore and integrate transcriptome and proteome data.• Prepares appropriate and understandable representations of data such as sequences, graphs, charts, etc.• Participates in the preparation of reports and presentations of the research findings, and presents at laboratory meetings. • Contributes to the preparation of scientific manuscripts by independently drafting the text, preparing graphs, tables, and charts, etc.Laboratory and Technique • Independently sets up laboratory experiments/tests, utilizing a range of established and novel methods, procedures, and techniques, and provides technical guidance and direction as required.• Contributes to the preparation of scientific manuscripts by independently drafting text, preparing graphs, tables, and charts, etc. • Implement new or modified research methods and procedures to meet the unique requirements of assigned research problems.• Perform other duties as assigned
Minimum Requirements:• College Coursework preferably in Science, Engineering, or Business • Working knowledge, research, and experience writing reports, and articles for publications• Knowledge of MS Office Suite, and related software
Desired Qualifications:• Master Degree in Engineering or Life Science with a strong experience in computational Biology is strongly preferred• Experience in using the Neo4j and Open Target Platform tool is desired
Published Salary (if available):$18.27/Hr
A mid-sized university with a substantial number of degree programs, research-based academics, diverse social and cultural activities and courses for senior citizens University of Alabama Huntsville is large enough to offer many opportunities, but small enough to foster a sense of community. Programs in the Liberal Arts, Sciences, Humanities, Performing Arts, Business, Engineering, Nursing and other fields may be found at the undergraduate and/or graduate levels. Research is a significant part of the Huntsville learning experience. Astrophysics, Earth Science, Engineering, Information Technology, Robotics and Nanotechnology are just some of the fields in which Huntsville students and faculty conduct research. Performing arts events, social activities, religious, academic, multicultural and service organizations and activities are all part of Huntsville’s student life. Huntsville’s Osher program for lifelong learning is exclusively designed for senior citizens who wish to take a class of personal, academic or creative interest. Admission to Huntsville is based on standard criteria including SAT or ACT scores and grades. Students may also receive financial aid, based on eligibility requirements.
