Part-time Research Assistant

Who is Saint Louis University? Founded in 1818, Saint Louis University is one of the nation’s oldest and most prestigious Catholic universities. SLU, which also has a campus in Madrid, Spain, is recognized for world-class academics, life-changing research, compassionate health care, and a strong commitment to faith and service.

All About You

Job Summary

Under general direction, assists by performing moderately complex research and experimentation following established protocols; sets-up and operates various scientific apparatus; assists with research projects and may perform independent research or performs various clerical and editorial duties; compiles, processes, and analyzes data. The responsibilities of this position include performing mammalian cell culture, RNA isolation, protein extraction, Western blot analysis, PCR, real-time PCR, and other experiments related with obesity and type 2 diabetes research using cultured cell models.

Job Duties

• Assists with research projects; performs independent research; plans, designs, and implements research projects.
• Maintains cell cultures. Collects samples and measures data from experiments.
• Compiles processes and analyzes data; records research procedures and results; files and maintains records; inputs and retrieves data using computers.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of laboratory procedures: RT-PCR, histology, mRNA extraction,
• Knowledge of the use and preparation of culture media, chemicals, and reagents
• Verbal and written communication skills
• Supervisory skills- ability to assist new technicians and neonatology fellows
• Interpersonal/human relation skills
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions
• Ability to tend to details
• Ability to maintain records and inventories
• Ability to operate a personal computer

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in nutrition, biology, pharmacology or a related field. Broad knowledge involving biomedical laboratory techniques.

Vaccine Protocol

Saint Louis University requires COVID-19 vaccinations and a  booster dose  for all students, staff, and faculty who are physically present on our St. Louis campuses. As a prospective and/or a new employee at Saint Louis University, you will be/are required to comply with the University’s vaccination protocol. Proof of full vaccination is required before the start of employment in order to work at Saint Louis University. If you are not vaccinated, you are required to begin the vaccination process at the time of your first day of employment and submit proof of full vaccination within 30 days of your start date. Exemptions may be granted on the grounds of religious beliefs or medical circumstances. Failure to comply with the vaccine requirement within 30 days of an employee’s start date will result in termination of the employment.  Proof of vaccine will be submitted through an online portal made available to you during your Workday onboarding tasks.

The University will require all students, faculty and staff to obtain a booster vaccine dose  prior to their start date,  This applies to:

·         All adults over the age of 18 years who completed their vaccine series with Pfizer or Moderna at least 6 months ago.  

·         Those who received the J&J vaccine at least two months ago.

Function

Lab Support

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

Saint Louis University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for the position applied for without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, military/veteran status, gender identity, or other non-merit factors. We welcome and encourage applications from minorities, women, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities (including disabled veterans). If accommodations are needed for completing the application and/or with the interviewing process, please contact Human Resources at 314-977-5847.