*The University of Maryland Department of Neurosurgery is seeking a Lab Research ASSISTANT, SPECIALIST or LEAD SPECIALIST in the Translational Neuroengineering and Neuroscience Laboratory.*/The position will be filled based on selected candidate's qualifications/. Primary responsibilities are to perform animal research activities and animal clinical care in a laboratory setting with a variety of species, with relevant in vitro studies. The position will play a role in multifaceted scientific projects, on a committed team with the opportunity for scientific collaboration. Lab interests: 1) glycol-engineered neural stem cells or therapeutic hypothermia to improve brain outcome after cardiac arrest and underlying mechanisms; 2)Stem cell surface modification to promote nerve regeneration after peripheral nerve injuries (PNIs). The research projects of our team focus on these aims to investigate electrophysiological and cellular mechanisms of brain injury after cardiac arrest with therapeutic intervention such as stem cell therapy and target temperature management, including using in vitro and in vivo models for brain monitoring by EEG and somatosensory evoked potentials. Our primary goals are to develop new therapeutic strategies for brain injury after cardiac arrest and elucidating the underlying cellular and molecular mechanisms. In the PNI project, we will enhance adipose stem cell adhesion and differentiation in vitro via stem cell surface modification, and improve nerve regeneration with stem cell or exosome therapy after critical-sized nerve repair to explore related therapeutic mechanisms. The department aims to excel and innovate in the clinical practice, science, and neurosurgery education. We seek to achieve this by creating a platform and culture whereby all team members contribute to this mission and reach their full capacity for impact and fulfillment. Critical to our success is each team member’s alignment and demonstration of our shared values: • Patients First • Always Do the Right Thing • Leave It Better Than You Found It • Drive to Master ** *BENEFITS (Exempt Regular):* UMB offers a comprehensive benefits package that prioritizes wellness, work/life balance, and professional development, along with additional exciting perksthat employees can take advantage of. This position participates in a retirement program (pension or optional retirement plan/ORP) that must be selected and is effective on your date of hire. Exempt regular staff receive a generous PAID leave package that includes over 4 weeks of vacation accrued each year, 16 paid holidays, 3 personal leave, unlimited accrual of sick time, and comprehensive health insurance; professional learning and development programs; tuition remission for employees and their dependents at any University System of Maryland school; and flexible work schedules and teleworking options (if applicable per job).*/ /* *UMB is a public university and constituent institution of the University System of Maryland. All employees are expected to work primarily physically within the State of Maryland.* ** *PRIMARY DUTIES (Assistant)* · Perform routine laboratory maintenance and research activities such as: general housekeeping, wipe tests, ELISA assays, preparing solutions, media, stains, and buffers; cultures and specimens; autoradiograms and photomicrographs, executing biochemical procedures such as: electrophoresis, blotting, chromatography, and DNA extractions, etc. · Perform advanced laboratory research activities such as: animal surgery, microscopy techniques, imaging techniques, recombinant DNA techniques, protein purification, and hybridizations, etc. May participate in the design of research studies. · Compile and may analyze research data using various relevant computer software applications. · Assist with literature research, editing and preparing manuscripts, scientific illustrations and computer graphics for publication. · Perform administrative duties such as: training and guiding students and/or other laboratory technicians; assisting in developing policies, procedures and/or methods for laboratory experimentation; and ordering supplies. · Perform other duties as assigned. ** *PRIMARY DUTIES (Specialist)* · Perform independent project(s) and participate in the design of research studies. Compile, analyze, and interpret research data using various relevant computer software applications. · Independently perform day to day laboratory research activities such as: general housekeeping, daily observations of animal health; collection of cultures and biological specimens for diagnostic testing and monitoring of animal health; diagnostic molecular(ELISA), bacteriological, or biological assays; breeding colonization processes; irradiation of blood products; and executing biochemical or hematopoietic procedures such as: bone marrow aspirations, complete blood count, white cell differential, electrophoresis, blotting, chromatography, PCR and DNA extractions, etc.; and may require performing psychological enrichment of certain species. · Administer day-to-day laboratory operations including monitoring the budget, ensuring quality control and safety compliance, developing policies and procedures, and ordering supplies. Maintain proper operation of research equipment, ensuring proper operation records, cleaning, ordering of required components and explaining/resolving technical issues. · Conduct library research and participates in editing and preparing manuscripts, scientific illustrations and computer graphics for publication. Contribute to the preparation of journal articles and grant proposals. Presents research findings. · Prepare materials for research studies, including sample collection kits and research documents. · Assist in the training of undergraduate and graduate students, post-doctoral, international fellows, and/or junior technical personnel in the performance of a variety of laboratory techniques. · Perform other related duties as assigned. ** *PRIMARY DUTIES (Lead Specialist)* · Independently leads laboratory research activities by ensuring design, development, documentation and implementation of research procedures and protocols using a variety of complex activities. Lead the development and execution of project research studies. Revise studies, in consultation with upper management or principal investigator, to meet changing needs and requirements and enforces standards. · Provide day-to-day laboratory operations oversight including monitoring the budget, ensuring quality control and safety compliance, developing policies and procedures, and ordering supplies. Identify and address issues and deficiencies and implements effective solutions. · Assemble and assist with literature research, editing and preparing manuscripts, scientific illustrations and computer graphics for publication. · Compile, analyze, and interpret research data using various relevant computer software applications. Present research findings. · Conduct library research and prepares manuscripts, scientific illustrations and computer graphics for publication. Prepare material for journal articles and grant proposals. · Perform administrative duties such as: training and guiding students and/or other laboratory technicians; develops policies, procedures and/or methods for laboratory experimentation; and ordering supplies. · Performs other duties as assigned. *MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS (Assistant)* · *Education:*Bachelor’s degree in biology, chemistry or field of study related to the research of the laboratory. · *Experience:*N/A. · ***Other:*May require training related to occupational safety and health, environmental compliance, shipping of hazardous materials and/or ionizing radiation. · May consider a combination of directly related experience an education. ** *MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS (Specialist)* · * **Education:*Bachelor’s degree in biology, chemistry or field of study related to the research of the laboratory. · *Experience:*Three (3) years of experience in laboratory research including two (2) years in the relevant research specialization. · ***Other:*May require training related to occupational safety and health, environmental compliance, shipping of hazardous materials and/or ionizing radiation. · May consider a combination of directly related experience an education. ** *MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS (Lead Specialist)* · *Education:*Bachelor’s degree in biology, chemistry or field of study related to the research of the laboratory. · *Experience:*Five (5) years of experience in laboratory research including three (3) years in the relevant research specialization. · ***Other:*May consider a combination of directly related experience an education. *KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES* Knowledge of position requirements. Knowledge of all applicable requirements, regulations, and laws. Skill in effective use of applicable technology/systems. Ability to effectively communicate both verbal and written thoughts, ideas, and facts. Ability to work cooperatively with others and independently. Ability to demonstrate, understand, apply, and adhere to the UMB Core Values of Respect and Integrity, Well-being and Sustainability, Equity and Justice, and Innovation and Discovery. ** *HIRING RANGE:*Commensurate with education and experience *Assistant:*$48,000 - $53,000 per year *Specialist:*$64,000 - $71,000 per year *Lead Specialist:*$81,000 - $90,000 per year UMB is committed to cultivating a diverse and inclusive workforce and is proud to be an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, ancestry or national origin, sex, pregnancy or related conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, physical or mental disability, marital status, protected veteran's status, or any other legally protected classification. If you anticipate needing a reasonable accommodation for a disability under the Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA), during any part of the employment process, please submit a UMB Job Applicant Accommodation Request. You may also contact HRDiversity@umaryland.edu. Please note that only inquiries concerning an ADA request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address. The University of Maryland, Baltimore prohibits sex discrimination in any education program or activity that it operates. Individuals may report concerns or questions to the Title IX Coordinator. Read the UMB Notice of Non-Discriminationfor more information. **Job:** **Reg or CII Exempt Staff* **Organization:** **School of Medicine - Neurosurgery* **Title:** *OPEN RANK: Assistant, Specialist, or Lead Specialist in Laboratory Research* **Location:** *null* **Requisition ID:** *2500005W*