Part time research | Sunnyvale, CA

molecular, and genetic studies of the development, function, and regulation of the immune system, and the mechanisms of cell trafficking. The incumbent will provide knowledge, assistance and training in molecular biology and immunologic techniques and related data analysis methods, perform flow cytometry, microscopic imaging and related assays of immune tissues and cell functions, perform cell culture studies and studies in small animals (rodents), process human blood and tissues and assist in general lab functions.

BENEFITS PAVIR offers generous benefits , including comprehensive health insurance, vision, dental, 14 paid holidays , sick pay , a 401(k) with a fully vested 6% company match

and 3% profit share , a wellness program, commuter benefits, and professional development training. Plus, we pay for life, short-term disability, and long-term disability insurance.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES OF A RESEARCH ASSOCIATE Production, maintenance, and QC of human pluripotent stem cells. Cellular analysis including immunohistochemistry, flow cytometry, DNA / RNA isolation, PCR, and molecular biology techniques. Operation of instruments such as flow cytometer, automated fluorescence microscope, plate washer, automated pipettors, liquid handling robotics. Mice behavioral testing and analysis Animal surgeries (cellular transplantation and stroke induction) Monitoring/ordering/managing

supplies. Generation of media and stock solutions. Ensuring compliance with institutional and federal guidelines in health, safety and animal regulations.

Preparing figures and protocols as well as teaching lab techniques. Other tasks as assigned. QUALIFICATIONS OF A RESEARCH ASSOCIATE Required: BA/BS degree (or equivalent experience); Work Experience: 3 years of related experience; Preferred: BA/BS, MA/MS, or Ph D degree (or equivalent experience) in Immunology, Cell Biology, Molecular Biology, or a related field; Strong knowledge of Immunological techniques; Experience in tissue culture; Experience in flow cytometry and analysis of cytometry data; Experience in molecular biology, retro- or lenti-viral production and transduction procedures desirable; Previous experience in microscopic techniques and methods required; Previous experience in immunohistology techniques and knowledge of histology; Previous experience in conducting in vivo experiments using rodent disease models; Ability to independently learn and implement new techniques; Strong knowledge of research lab requirements/procedures and scientific research methodology; Strong knowledge of research procedures and protocols gained through education or experience; Experience in a variety of research techniques/methods and follow-up data collection; Experience in protocol development and standardization; Ability to work independently and within a team context; Excellent interpersonal skills to assist, train, and support other research staff; Effective communication skills (written and verbal), Excellent organization skills and attention to detail; Proven technical and analytical skills; Ability to troubleshoot experiments and methods Knowledge and experience in lab safety procedures Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and genetic and proteomic databases; Intermediate knowledge of math and statistics.

ABOUT PALO ALTO VETERANS INSTITUTE FOR RESEARCH (PAVIR) PAVIR facilitates research and education activities conducted at the VA Palo Alto Health Care System. At PAVIR we work with more than 160 uniquely talented medical scientists. We recruit and retain talented employees who believe in making a difference in the lives of others through innovative health research. READY TO JOIN OUR RESEARCH TEAM? If you feel that you would be right for this job, please fill out our initial 3-minute, mobile-friendly application. We look forward to meeting you! PAVIR is a nonprofit foundation affiliated with the Veterans Affairs Palo Alto Health Care System (VAPAHCS).

As a condition of employment, all PAVIR employees are required to have an approved appointment with VAPAHCS and complete a background check before they can commence work. PAVIR is pleased to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Minorities, Women, Veterans, and Individuals with a Disability are encouraged to apply. We welcome and encourage diversity in the workplace regardless of race, color, religion, age, gender, interactionual orientation, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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Mudumbai, M. D. The Mudumbai Lab's key research focus is understanding key factors related to medication and pain management for veterans, and surgery patients in particular. Our primary study is researching indicators of misuse, abuse, and overdose with opioids, and future projects are also looking at digital tools to improve veteran health.

BENEFITS PAVIR is delighted to offer a robust and comprehensive employee benefits package with exceptional offerings such as health, dental and vision insurance, 14 paid holidays, generous vacation and sick pay policies, a 401(k) with a fully vested 6% company match and 3% profit share , a wellness program, commuter benefits, and professional development

training. Plus, we pay for life, short-term disability, and long-term disability insurance. RESPONSIBILITIES OF A DATA ANALYST: Design and develop databases using SQL Server and Stored Procedures; Design and interpret analyses, including evaluating economic implications and researching new data sources and methodology; Identify, analyze, and interpret trends or patterns in complex data sets; Prepare research manuscripts and project reports; generate tables and graphs for publications; Collaborate with research team and other experts in the field regarding ongoing analyses of the project; Other tasks as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS OF DATA ANALYST: Required: Master's Degree; Experience working

with querying of data and data analysis; Desired: Formal training in quantitative or data related field and empirical methods; Expertise SQL (large amount of code and numerous JOINs, complex JOINs, subqueries, stored procedures, indexes, temp tables and CTEs, query optimization); Back-end data analysis; Familiarity in at least one statistical programming language (SAS, STATA, R); Experience in creating, managing and analyzing structured and unstructured data using SQL, R and Python; Excellent written and verbal communication skills; Knowledge and interest of research in health care settings preferred; Ability to transfer scientific knowledge to practical applications; Strong and effective communication skills (verbal and written); Ability to comply with rules and regulations for clinical research; Ability to work independently and be a team player; Efficient time-management and prioritization skills.

ABOUT PALO ALTO VETERANS INSTITUTE FOR RESEARCH (PAVIR) PAVIR engages in the administration of funds and providing support for the conduct of research at the Veterans Affairs Palo Alto Health Care System (VAPAHCS) to find new and improved ways to combat human disease and help people with disabilities. At PAVIR we work with more than 160 uniquely talented medical scientists.

Our researchers have an active appointment with the VA Palo Alto Health Care System and maintain academic appointments with Stanford University. We recruit and retain talented employees who believe in making a difference in the lives of others through innovative health research. PAVIR is a nonprofit foundation affiliated with the Veterans Affairs Palo Alto Health Care System (VAPAHCS). As a condition of employment, all PAVIR employees are required to have an approved appointment with VA and complete a background check before they can commence work. PAVIR is pleased to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Minorities, Women, Veterans, and Individuals with a Disability are encouraged to apply. We welcome and encourage diversity in the workplace regardless of race, color, religion, age, gender, interactionual orientation, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you need special assistance or an accommodation to apply for a posted position, please contact - Human Resources department. Job Posted by Applicant Pro

the laboratory that studies the role of oxidative stress in tissue damage and degeneration, especially in the nervous system. The research tools include mouse models generated from chemical/physical exposure, surgery, and genetic manipulations, behavioral backssments, immunological, biochemical and molecular biological analyses.

BENEFITS This is a full time 40 hr/week position. We offer comprehensive health insurance, vacation, sick pay, generous 401(k) with a fully vested 6% company match and 3% profit share , and supportive environment. Plus, we pay for life, short-term disability, and long-term disability insurance. JOB RESPONSIBILITIES OF A RESEARCH ASSISTANT Perform animal procedures

for various research projects. This will include, but not limited to, exposing mice to Gulf War related chemicals and stress, intracranial injection of tumor cells, surgical removal of kidneys, drug administrations, blood collection, perfusion and tissue collection.

Tissue processing and analysis. This will include tissue sectioning and/or processing, immunohistochemical staining, western blotting, biochemical analysis, molecular biological analysis, imaging and data analyses. Perform behavioral studies to backss cognitive functions and motor activities in experimental animals. Track general lab supplies and order all reagents and supplies needed in the lab. Perform routine organization

in the lab, including maintaining chemical inventory, managing chemical waste disposal, attending monthly safety meetings and performing as a safety officer in the lab, and preparation of common buffers; Other research duties as needed.

QUALIFICATIONS FOR A RESEARCH ASSISTANT Required: Bachelor's degree (or equivalent experience); 1-2 years of research experience during or after college; Experience in handling live research animals (i. e. mice and/or rats); animal breeding and/or colony management; Experience in conducting behavioral backssments on rodents; Desired: Bachelor's degree in Biology, Behavioral Neuroscience, Molecular Biology, Biochemistry or in a related field; Emphasis on animal behavioral studies and classes; 2+ years of related experience in a research environment, including simple animal surgeries and animal behavioral studies; Previous experience with wet lab management duties; Previous experience and training in general lab skills such as micro-pipetting, protein measurements, PCR analysis, and tissue homogenization; Previous experience with cell biology, immunology techniques, and biochemistry; Previous experience with immunoassays, including western blotting and ELISA; Ability to analyze scientific data and problem solve experiments including routine calculations of dilution factors and solution concentrations; Good communication skills (written and verbal); Some knowledge of research procedures and protocols gained through education or experience; Previous experience in a variety of research techniques/methods and follow-up data collection; Knowledge of laboratory safety rules and procedures; Ability to work within a team context and collaborate with other lab personnel; Solid record keeping skills to maintain a research notebook with day-to-day experiment procedures and results; Good organizational skills; Good computer skills including email communication, MS Word, and Excel.

ABOUT PALO ALTO VETERANS INSTITUTE FOR RESEARCH (PAVIR) PAVIR engages in the administration of funds and providing support for the conduct of research at the Veterans Affairs Palo Alto Health Care System (VAPAHCS) to find new and improved ways to combat human disease and help people with disabilities. At PAVIR we work with more than 160 uniquely talented medical scientists. Our researchers have an active appointment with the VA Palo Alto Health Care System and maintain academic appointments with Stanford University. We recruit and retain talented employees who believe in making a difference in the lives of others through innovative health research.

PAVIR is a nonprofit foundation affiliated with the Veterans Affairs Palo Alto Health Care System (VAPAHCS). As a condition of employment, all PAVIR employees are required to have an approved appointment with VAPAHCS and complete a background check before they can commence work. PAVIR is pleased to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Minorities, Women, Veterans, and Individuals with a Disability are encouraged to apply. We welcome and encourage diversity in the workplace regardless of race, color, religion, age, gender, interactionual orientation, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

If you need special assistance or an accommodation to apply for a posted position, please contact - Human Resources department. Job Posted by Applicant Pro

role matrix-cell cross talk in fibrosis and cancer with a goal of translating findings and developing novel therapeutic approaches that reverse fibrosis and improve patient outcomes. The Research Associate will design, implement, and lead basic and applied research, development and scientific research projects independently and in collaboration with the Principal Investigator, Natalie Torok, M.

D. MSC, and other research staff. This laboratory focuses on the mechanisms of liver fibrosis and stellate cell activation using in vitro and in vivo models of non-alcoholic and alcoholic steatohepatitis. More specifically, we are interested in matrix remodeling, and the role matrix-cell cross

talk in fibrosis and cancer. Our goal is to translate our findings and develop novel therapeutic approaches that reverse fibrosis and improve patient outcomes. This position holds responsibility to participate in the development of areas of investigation toward improved methodologies and innovative therapies in rehabilitative and regenerative medicine by combining state-of-the-art stem cell therapeutics with advances in material science.

These investigations will generally involve the development of new techniques and identification of worthy methodologies for practical solutions for routine clinical use. BENEFITS PAVIR is delighted to offer a robust and comprehensive employee benefits

package with exceptional offerings such as health, dental and vision insurance, 14 paid holidays , generous vacation and sick pay policies, a 401(k) with a fully vested 6% company match and 3% profit share , a wellness program, commuter benefits, and professional development training.

Plus, we pay for life, short-term disability, and long-term disability insurance. MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES: Perform advanced biological techniques and procedures using live animals (mice), animal tissue and cells; Collaborate with the P. I. on the design and execution of laboratory experiments; Serve as the main contact for experiments; Develop and validate experimental protocols; Analyze data from experiments; Prepare charts for presentations and publication; Write papers on projects for publication; Perform general lab organization; Guide and train lab technicians and other tasks as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS: Ph. D. and/or MD; Three years of prior research experience. Preferred: Degree in biology, cell biology, molecular or matrix biology or a related discipline; Three years of prior research experience in biology, cell biology, molecular or matrix biology or a related discipline; Three years of experience working with mice, rats, and writing protocols. Advanced knowledge of scientific research methodology is preferred; Ability to troubleshoot an experiment as necessary; Exquisite record keeping and experimental documentation capabilities is preferred; Excellent organizational skills is preferred; Excellent writing skills (manuscripts, and grants) Strong scientific writing skills and demonstrated capacity to drive first author publications is preferred; Knowledge of safe handling/storage of biohazardous chemicals & bloodborne pathogens; Solid training in general lab skills such as PCR analysis, genomic and plasmid DNA preparation, protein measurements, and tissue homogenization; advanced microscopy is preferred; Solid training in analytical skills, including routine calculations of dilution factors and solution concentrations as well as using Excel and other programs for data calculation and analysis; Knowledge of research procedures and protocols gained through education or experience; Experience in a variety of research techniques/methods and follow-up data collection; Knowledge of laboratory safety rules and procedures; Excellent communication skills (written and verbal), including public speaking skills; Ability to work independently and proactively; Ability to work within a team context and collaborate with other lab personnel.

ABOUT PALO ALTO VETERANS INSTITUTE FOR RESEARCH (PAVIR) PAVIR facilitates research and education activities conducted at the VA Palo Alto Health Care System. At PAVIR we work with more than 160 uniquely talented medical scientists. We recruit and retain talented employees who believe in making a difference in the lives of others through innovative health research. READY TO JOIN OUR RESEARCH TEAM? If you feel that you would be right for this job, please fill out our initial 3-minute, mobile-friendly application.

We look forward to meeting you! PAVIR is a nonprofit foundation affiliated with the Veterans Affairs Palo Alto Health Care System (VAPAHCS). As a condition of employment, all PAVIR employees are required to have an approved appointment with VA and complete a background check before they can commence work. PAVIR is pleased to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Minorities, Women, Veterans, and Individuals with a Disability are encouraged to apply. We welcome and encourage diversity in the workplace regardless of race, color, religion, age, gender, interactionual orientation, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

If you need special assistance or an accommodation to apply for a posted position, please contact - Human Resources department. Job Posted by Applicant Pro