Research Assistant - Childhood Cancer
About the role
Performs research experiments in accordance with provisions of the approved protocol, maintains records, prepares reports and publications, and assists in analyzing data.
Responsibilities
- Performs semi-independent research experiments reliably and reproducibly in accordance with protocols approved by the principal investigator.
- Collects and curates experimental data, maintains accurate daily logs of experiments including methods and results, and draws preliminary conclusions.
- Assists the principal investigators in the preparation of scientific publications, grant proposals, and presentations.
- Maintains inventory of equipment and supplies and ensures that research equipment is in good working order.
- Follows all appropriate lab safety protocols and other regulatory requirements.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree in relevant field, required.
- Research experience, preferred.
Physical Requirements
Occasionally: Bend/twist, Biohazard waste, Chemicals/Medications, Climb stairs/ladder, Cold Temperatures, Fume/Gases/Vapors, Hot Temperatures
Frequently: Lifting/Carrying: 0–10 lbs, Lifting/Carrying: 11–20 lbs, Pushing/Pulling: 0–25 lbs, Pushing/Pulling: 26–40 lbs, Standing, Walking
Continuously: Audible speech, Color vision, Computer skills, Decision Making, Depth perception, Flexing/extending of neck, Hand use: grasping, gripping, turning, Hearing acuity, Interpreting Data, Peripheral vision, Problem solving, Reaching above shoulder, Repetitive hand/arm use, Seeing – Far/near, Sitting, Squat/kneel