JOB SUMMARY:

We are seeking a highly motivated and enthusiastic individual who possesses excellent communication and organizational skills for an RA I position in the Center for Asthma Research. This RA I position is ideal for a recent college graduate who would like to be involved in clinical-translational research.

LAB INFORMATION:

Under the leadership of Dr. Tina Hartert, the lab is seeking to identify causal risk factors for asthma, understand their mechanism of action, and develop and test primary and secondary prevention strategies for asthma and allergic diseases. The Hartert Lab offers a dynamic work environment and is part of the largest asthma consortium in the nation. The Hartert Lab is part of the Center or Asthma Research whose goal is to improve the health of people worldwide.

As a Research Assistant I, under moderate supervision, you will set up, conduct experiments, and continue research projects following protocols including the appropriate recording of data and reporting of standard or variant results. The Research Assistant I also will assist with other laboratory and research functions.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assess and store information in secure databases.
• Work closely with the clinical research team
• Be open to flexible scheduling including some weekends
• Understand and follow experimental protocols
• Record, compile, interpret, and communicate data/results
• Follow University safety protocols
• Prepare, operate, and troubleshoot equipment in experimental procedures
• Read and follow all equipment manuals
• Ensure Laboratory is prepared for experiments
• Maintain sterile conditions as required
• Demonstrate an understanding of acceptable procedures and techniques
• Recognize problems and suggest solutions
• Assist in modifications as directed
• Provide appropriate written documentation of experiments
• Summarize test results appropriately
• Participate in research group meetings

Preferred qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree (or equivalent experience) and <1-year experience
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office
• Excellent communication skills and ability to effectively work in a team environment
• Experience in basic cell culture techniques is a plus, but not necessary

Department Summary:
The Division of Allergy, Pulmonary and Critical Care is directed by Dr. Timothy Blackwell and its mission is to:

• deliver world-class clinical care to patients with allergic diseases, pulmonary conditions, and critical illness through employing a collaborative, multi-disciplinary approach with a wide range of clinical programs.
• lead in the development of cutting-edge, patient-focused research that extends from basic discoveries to clinical implementation.
• provide state-of-the-art education and training including a strong fellowship program to inspire and nurture the next generation of leaders in allergy and immunology, pulmonary medicine, and critical care.

Located in Nashville, Tennessee, and operating at a global crossroads of teaching, discovery and patient care, VUMC is a community of individuals who come to work each day with the simple aim of changing the world. It is a place where your expertise will be valued, your knowledge expanded and your abilities challenged. It is a place where your diversity -- of culture, thinking, learning and leading -- is sought and celebrated. It is a place where employees know they are part of something that is bigger than themselves, take exceptional pride in their work and never settle for what was good enough yesterday. Vanderbilt's mission is to advance health and wellness through preeminent programs in patient care, education, and research.

VUMC Recent Accomplishments

Because we are committed to providing the best in patient care, education and research, we are proud of our recent accomplishments:

* US News & World Report: #1 Adult Hospital in Tennessee and metropolitan Nashville, named to the Best Hospitals Honor Roll of the top 20 adult hospitals, 10 nationally ranked adult specialty programs, with 3 specialties rated in the top 10 nationally, Monroe Carell Jr. Children's Hospital at Vanderbilt named as one of the Best Children's Hospital in the nation, with 10 out of 10 pediatric specialties nationally ranked.

* Healthcare's Most Wired: Among the nation's 100 "most-wired" hospitals and health systems for its efforts in innovative medical technology.

* Becker's Hospital Review: named as one of the "100 Great Hospitals in America", in the roster of 100 Hospitals and Health Systems with Great Oncology Programs and to its list of the 100 Hospitals with Great Heart Programs.

* The Leapfrog Group: One of only 10 children's hospitals in the to be named at Leapfrog Top Hospital.

* American Association for the Advancement of Science: The School of Medicine has 112 elected fellows

* Magnet Recognition Program: Received our third consecutive Magnet designations.

* National Academy of Medicine: 22 members, elected by their peers in recognition of outstanding achievement

* Human Rights Campaign Healthcare Equality Index: 6^th year in a row that Vanderbilt University Medical Center was a Leader in LGBTQ Healthcare Equality