Research Associate, CRM Support

Introduction:

The Aga Khan University Medical College (MC) was established in 1983 as part of the Aga Khan University’s Faculty of Health Sciences in Karachi, Pakistan. It works closely with the School of Nursing and Midwifery and the University Hospital to produce excellence in educational programs and medical practice.

Faculty, students, and staff are devoted to the highest standard of education, scholarship, and research. The faculty also provides the highest level of patient care through collaboration with various healthcare professionals and the use of state-of-the-art equipment to support diagnosis and treatment in the University Hospital. 
The Aga Khan University (AKU) has partnered with the University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) - an internationally renowned Center for Regenerative Medicine and Stem Cell Research, in developing and evolving The Aga Khan University Centre for Regenerative Medicine and Stem Cell Research (CRM). 

The Centre has a state-of-the-art facility for multidisciplinary researchers to conduct cutting-edge research in stem cells and regenerative medicine. CRM nurtures young researchers (scientists and clinical scientists) in an environment that fosters learning and innovation.

AKU-CRM invites applications for the position of Research Associate in the area of Regenerative Medicine and seeks a motivated and aspiring individual aiming to advance their career in stem cell research, 3D culture systems, and tissue engineering. 

This is a short-term position initially for a period of one year.

Responsibilities:

Reporting to the Team Lead, Regenerative Medicine, you will be undertaking supervised research for the project. Some of the areas you will be assigned include:

• conducting wet lab research related to the project
• conducting daily, weekly, and monthly inventory of consumables/reagents required for the team
• follow (where applicable) and/or develop Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) related to the projects assigned
• undertake regular literature research to keep abreast of updated methodologies and scientific advancements
• maintain a database of all participating projects; participate in weekly project meetings, journal clubs, research in progress meetings, and deliver presentations as directed by the assigned faculty
• assist with writing manuscripts, annual reports, and others. 

Requirements:

You should have:

• Master's degree with hands-on experience in biological science research and a basic understanding of:
  1. Mammalian cell culture and 3D culture systems
  2. Basic techniques such as PCR, cytochemical analysis, histochemical analysis, and immunostaining
  3. Tissue processing and scaffold preparation
  4. Data analysis methods and platforms
  5. Laboratory documentation record maintenance
• Minimum of one year of wet laboratory work experience in one of the following areas:
  1. Microscopy
  2. 2D and 3D Tissue culture assays
  3. Immunostaining
  4. Imaging
  5. Protein and RNA analysis techniques, etc.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to handle multiple tasks assigned by the faculty.
• Essential command of Microsoft Office.  Use and application of statistical and imaging software would be an added advantage
• Excellent communication skills, including fluency in English speaking and writing.

Comprehensive employment checks will be conducted.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.