Research Assistant

Job Summary

The Tsvetkov lab is seeking someone passionate about innovative science who wants to play a significant role in establishing a new laboratory. Candidates should have great organizational and communication skills, familiarity with lab work, and experience with CRISPR-based genomic approaches.

Essential Responsibilities

• Performs routine and non-routine laboratory tests including DNA sequencing, gene cloning, in situ hybridization, immunohistochemistry, northern blotting; synthesizes and interprets results.
• Operates and maintains moderate to complex lab equipment such as spectrophotometer, flow cytometer, etc.
• Makes decisions regarding the reliability and accuracy of results, repeating procedures when necessary.
• Aids in planning specific research procedures and coordinating schedules of tests and procedures.
• Prepares written and/or verbal reports on status of research and the technical procedures used, including statistical and graphic summaries of findings and possible conclusions.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Life Sciences or related scientific field required.
• 0-1 years related work experience required.
• Experience with computer systems required, including web-based applications and some Microsoft Office applications such as Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, or Access.

Competencies

• Decision Making: Ability to make decisions based on specific instructions, standard practices, and established procedures.
• Problem Solving: Ability to address routine, somewhat repetitive problems by following clear directions and procedures.
• Independence of Action: Ability to follow general instructions and procedures as provided.
• Written Communications: Ability to read and write in English to understand basic safety instructions and take direction from supervisors; communicate effectively with patients, families, and other medical center staff; and respond to basic questions.
• Oral Communications: Ability to understand and speak English to follow basic safety instructions and take direction from supervisors; communicate effectively in basic English with patients, families, and medical center staff in response to routine questions.
• Knowledge: Basic knowledge of fundamental concepts, practices, and procedures.
• Team Work: Ability to interact respectfully with other employees, professional staff, and/or external contacts.
• Customer Service: Ability to demonstrate a positive attitude and respond to requests in a timely and respectful manner.

Physical Nature of the Job

Light work: Exerting up to 20 pounds of force frequently to move objects. Some elements of the job are sedentary, but the employee will be required to stand for periods of time or move throughout the hospital campus.

Pay Range

$19.23 – $26.44