Research Assistant

About the role

The position is in the laboratory of Kathy DelGiorno for a technician performing molecular biology analyses supporting multiple projects. This position will set up and conduct experiments, and implement long-term research projects following protocols including the appropriate recording and reporting of data. This position will assist in other laboratory and research functions and work closely with post-docs and students as part of the DelGiorno Lab team. Reporting directly to Dr. DelGiorno, the position is highly collaborative and requires excellent teamwork.

Key Functions And Expected Performance

• Independently or as part of a team, run experiments, assays, and record results
• Congduct scientific experiments for multiple research projects within the DelGiorno Lab
• Read and follow experimental protocols (includes animal handling, assays, husbandry, etc.)
• Compile and communicate results to supervisor and team
• Follow University safety protocols (may include use of combustibles, radioactivity, and/or toxic material)
• Prepare and operate equipment in experimental procedures
• May include, centrifuge, pH meter, spectrophotometer, autoclave, electrophoresis unit, analytical balance, etc.
• Ensure laboratory is prepared for experiments
• Maintain inventories
• Maintain sterile conditions as required
• Prepare reagents
• Clean equipment
• Prepare reagents and materials
• Perform general husbandry tasks such as genotyping and delivering treatments
• Perform routine molecular biology approaches (qPCR, Western blot, ELISAs)
• Work closely as a team with DelGiorno Lab personnel to ensure cohesion and success of long-term experiments

Supervisory Relationships

This position does not have supervisory responsibility but is highly collaborative by nature; this position reports administratively and functionally to Dr. DelGiorno.

Education And Certifications

This position requires a BA or BS degree. Experience with animal handling and/or husbandry is preferred but not required. Experience with general laboratory techniques is required. Excellent communications skills and good teamwork is required.