Research Associate

Overview

Under supervision of the PI, the Research Associate will be responsible for managing sample flow and priorities in a laboratory conducting research on carbohydrate and lipid metabolism using specialized techniques to study dietary influences on chronic disease. Responsibilities include running multiple assays; data collection and reporting; coordination with research group members; and lab management.

Responsibilities

Responsibilities include :

• Performs highly specialized and advanced experiments and a complex variety of assays; ELISAs, Immunoaffinity assays, Western Blots, antibody purification, etc.
• Serves as a technical expert for troubleshooting assays
• Prepares analytical reports relative to research data
• Monitors progress of research projects and coordinates information between research group members
• Calibrates, sets up, and maintains laboratory equipment
• Devises methods for testing in the laboratory, as needed
• Maintains highly detailed records of the stages of development of tests and the results thereof
• Operates sensitive and highly complex laboratory equipment and / or performs computer applications
• Maintains safe and efficient procedures in the laboratory; handle hazardous waste
• Provides instruction and training to student researchers
• Performs library research and assists in the preparation of grants and manuscripts
• Maintains quality control standards to preserve the integrity of data and findings
• Research Associate is also expected to maintain and implement laboratory methods

Lab Manager Duties Include :

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES (if applicable) : should reflect who the employee is supervising and what the expectations are.

Assists and / or trains graduate students and others rotating through the lab; may be responsible for supervision and training of junior research personnel.

Qualifications

CORE COMPETENCIES : identify the behavior an employee is expected to demonstrate.

Can use language effectively to facilitate the exchange of ideas, exhibits respect and understanding of others to maintain professional relationships, perform necessary experiments, and analyze and interpret results.

Maximum Salary

USD $60,126.31 / Yr.

Minimum Salary

USD $48,101.05 / Yr.

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