Staff Research Assistant

Staff Research Assistant

Position Information: Provides assistance to a research staff by collecting data, keeping records, conducting literature searches, technical research, analyzing data, and preparing reports with minimal supervision.

Essential Duties:

• Conducts research and laboratory analysis for research staff, to include but not limited to measure and weigh compounds and solutions, isolate, identify and prepare specimens, and collect samples and other research information.
• Participates in clinical research projects collecting data from patients and/or participants in a study.
• Collects various forms of data pertaining to the research project or projects, which could include database information and/or hard files. Conducts data analyses, interprets data, draws conclusions, and discusses with principal investigator.
• Keeps detailed logs of all research related projects or activities.   
• Conducts literature searches.
• Prepares various reports containing descriptive, analytical, and evaluative content that may be submitted for publication.
• Constructs tests or assists in the construction of tests.
• Collaborates with other researchers or colleagues.
• Participates in meetings and presents research findings to fellow researchers and Principal Investigator.
• Performs various duties as needed to successfully fulfill the function of the position.

Qualifications:

Required Education: Bachelor's Degree in a Biological Science, Chemistry, or Physical Science or related field, AND:

• 12 months research laboratory experience.

Equivalency/Substitution: Will accept 48 months equivalent experience in lieu of the Bachelor's Degree for a total of 60 months research experience.

Working Conditions:

• Physical: Standing for prolonged periods. Manual dexterity. Ability to lift up to 25 pounds. Reaching, bending, and stooping.
• Environmental: Laboratory Environment. Exposure to biohazardous materials, chemicals, odors, and/or carcinogens.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Working knowledge of how to safely handle and dispose of biohazardous materials or chemicals following Federal, State, and University regulations and guidelines.
• Detail oriented.
• Ability to analyze data and keep records.
• Ability to communicate verbally and in writing.

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