Summary
As a Research Assistant I, you will perform a diverse range of laboratory procedures under the general supervision of i or her designee. Some key responsibilities will be managing mouse colonies, ordering, supervising lab safety and assisting postdoctoral trainees with bench work as needed. You will also be responsible for setting up, operating, and maintaining laboratory instruments and equipment, closely monitoring experiments, making observations, and accurately recording results. Recognizing and reporting problems or deviations in experimental conditions is crucial. Proficiency in routine techniques and procedures relevant to the lab's overall goals is expected. Position availability is contingent upon grant funding.
Dr. Li's Laboratory at is at the forefront of bone metabolism research, through innovative studies on bariatric surgery-induced bone loss and changes in the bone marrow microenvironment. Our focus lies in studying the roles of gut-bone axis in skeletal homeostasis and, particularly, how this interplay contributes to bariatric surgery-induced bone complications. Through pioneering research initiatives, we aim to unravel the complexities of these mechanisms, advancing our understanding of bone health and laying the groundwork for potential interventions and treatments in the context of bariatric surgery complications.
This position is a fully onsite role at our Scarborough, ME research facility.
Additional Information
Maine Medical Center is a Magnet designated 700-bed tertiary care and teaching institution. MMC is Maine's largest hospital and a state-wide health care resource. MMC offers outstanding career opportunities and quality of life in Portland.