Under the direction of Dr. Amy Merrill-Brugger, the Merrill Lab investigates the cause of rare congenital skeletal conditions to identify new therapeutic targets for skeletal disease and resolve unanswered questions in skeletal biology. Working under direct supervision, the Research Associate II performs routine and increasingly complex laboratory tasks and procedures and develops technical expertise in one or more areas relevant to research projects. The Research Associate II will participate in research activities involving all aspects of the research process, to include, but not limited to; investigation, technical, testing/validation of results, and report findings. The Associate will perform a variety of routine experimental protocols and procedures to support the objectives of laboratory research projects. The Associate will observe and comply with safety standards and procedures, assist in preparation of data for publication and/or presentation at scholarly meetings, and assist in general laboratory maintenance. This position does not have supervisory responsibilities. What are the Primary Duties & Responsibilities? • Performs a variety of increasingly complex experimental protocols and procedures and assist in the design of new complex or unusual protocols and techniques. • Keeps accurate and detailed records of experiments and results, and assist in identifying and troubleshooting of unexpected results. • Orders laboratory supplies and supports laboratory operations. • Maintains lab equipment and related records and may coordinate use of lab equipment. • Assists in the operation of specialized equipment, as required by the area of research. • Assists in preparation of data for publication and/or presentation at scholarly meetings. • Observes and complies with safety standards and procedures. • Orients research laboratory assistants or lower level research associates and undergraduate student researchers on day-to-day lab operations and routine procedures. Education, Experience & Skills Requirements: • Bachelor's Degree in biological sciences required • One (1) year of research laboratory experience required. • At least one (1) year of biomedical research lab experience preferred. • Experience working with mouse models preferred.