Research Associate - Pathology

Overview

GENERAL SUMMARY OF POSITION:

Under the direction of the Principal Investigator or Designee, the Research Associate performs a variety of complex research experiments.

Responsibilities

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:

-Conducts in-depth analysis of research experiments

-Performs complex laboratory experiments

-Interprets data, forms conclusion, and decides on and plans next experiments to be done with a high degree of independence

-Compiles and analyzes data and performs computations using image analysis software, spreadsheets, graphing, and curve fitting software

-May modify protocols and be responsible for a single, independent research project

-Assists in writing the text of scientific publications and grants. Reviews literature

-Trains new laboratory personnel, students, and collaborators

-Maintains laboratory supplies and equipment

-Complies with all safety and infection control standards

-Perform other duties as required.

Qualifications

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

-Bachelor’s degree in Biological Sciences, or equivalent experience

-Knowledge of Microsoft Office products

-Strong ability to analyze complex visual data in a quantitative and objective manner

-Judgment and action skills required to solve commonly encountered problems

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

-Expose and/or experience in experimental immunology and molecular biology

-Skills in cell culture, immune assays, flow cytometry, molecular biology, biochemistry and mouse experimentation are desirable.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED:

Under the direction of the Principal Investigator, or designee

SUPERVISION EXERCISED:

May functionally supervise Lab Technicians and Aides

ENVIRONMENTAL WORKING CONDITIONS:

Wet chemistry laboratory, and may require appropriate contact with biohazards, radionuclides, toxins, animals, and human specimens.

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