Research Assistant

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A Brief Overview

The Research Assistant is utilized in preclinical laboratory work activities related to the preparation of tissue samples, applying ultrasound treatment to tissue samples, and cutting of ex vivo tissue samples for the assessment of the output efficacy of medical devices.

This individual will be involved in planning and executing statistically driven experiments to determine biological effects of ultrasound through bench top synthetic materials and ex vivo tissue studies.

This position requires mechanical aptitude, visual inspection, use of microscopes, documentation and recording of data as well as some quality assurance sampling, testing, and measuring skills using various precise measuring equipment.

What you will do



* Pre-clinical Laboratory Science:



* Collection, tabulation, and analysis of pre-clinical testing data of Ulthera's current and future product lines.


* Utilizes Cryostat or other cutting equipment for tissue evaluation.


* Follows standard operating procedures for the grossing of small specimens, quality control, and quality assurance.


* Creating, expanding, or implementing histological techniques and experimental setups to match the technical needs of Ultherapy-based projects & experiments.


* Develop benchtop metrics for therapy and imaging system performance

Laboratory organization:


* Maintains all pathology laboratory equipment including preventative maintenance (PM) and inform Lab Manager of any equipment problems.

Coordinate with Lab Manager to schedule service.


* Document all PM, repairs, on-site service, and off-site technical support and maintain service records with strong attention to detail in all written communications

Design Controls documentation:


* Writing and revising laboratory work instructions and SOPs

Other duties as assigned:


* Must be safety minded, prepared to read, understand, and follow safety requirements

Minimum Requirements



* Bachelor of Science (B.S.) In Biological Sciences in related field "or"


* 1-2 years Of laboratory experience


* Experience in tissue preparation, cryosectioning, or histological techniques


* Must be action-oriented with demonstrated customer focus and problem-solving skills and a focus on technical excellence, customer responsiveness and creative thinking

Preferred Qualifications:



* Capable of performing various staining methods, including b...