Research Assistant, Metabolomics - Georgetown University Medical Center

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Research Assistant, Metabolomics - Georgetown University Medical Center

Job Overview

Metabolomics is a promising approach to discover cancer biomarkers. However, metabolite annotation is a bottleneck in untargeted metabolomics studies.

The Research Assistant has primary goals that include investigation of computational and analytical methods to increase the number of analytes with annotation in LC-MS-based metabolomics studies.

Work Interactions

The Research Assistant advances the effort to identify metabolite biomarkers for early detection of cancer, and enhances metabolomics expertise not only within the Ressom Lab, but also across the department.

Work Mode Designation

This position has been designated as Telework. Please note that work mode designations are regularly reviewed in order to meet the evolving needs of the University.  Such review may necessitate a change to a position’s mode of work designation. Complete details about Georgetown University’s mode of work designations for staff and AAP positions can be found on the Department of Human Resources website: https://hr.georgetown.edu/mode-of-work-designation .

Requirements and Qualifications

• Ph.D. in chemistry or biochemistry
• Skills in mass spectrometry

Preferred qualification

Experience with LC-MS/MS data analysis

The expected pay for this position is $20.16 to $31.29 per/hour.

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Benefits:

Georgetown University offers a comprehensive and competitive benefit package that includes medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance, retirement savings, tuition assistance, work-life balance benefits, employee discounts and an array of voluntary insurance options. You can learn more about benefits and eligibility on the Department of Human Resources website .