Research Associate - Open Rank

Research Associate - Open Rank

Minimum Salary

US-MA-Worcester

Job Location

1 week ago

(4 / 22 / 2025 4 : 35 PM)

Requisition Number

2025-47945

of Openings

Posted Date

Day

Shift

Exempt

Exempt / Non-Exempt Status

Non Union Position -W60- Non Unit Professional

Overview

POSITION SUMMARY :

Under the direction of the Principal Investigator (PI) or designee, the Research Associate provides operational support to the laboratory. The Research Associate will perform research experiments as defined by the PI.

This is an open-rank posting (there are 4 levels of Research Associate) - candidates will be hired into the level commensurate with their experience.

Responsibilities

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS :

Research Associate I :

Perform laboratory experiments and may be responsible for a single research project.

• Utilize all software relevant to experiment and equipment used.
• Interpret data, form conclusions and decide on next steps under the direction of the PI or designee.
• Maintain accurate records, may modify protocols with the approval of the PI or designee.
• Review literature, publications and grants relevant to assigned projects.
• Record results according to established lab, sponsor & university protocol
• Assist with performing data analysis and / or mathematical computations.
• Maintain a detailed lab notebook according to lab practice.
• Present findings at lab / group meetings
• Monitor laboratory supply levels and order as noted.
• Prepare and label buffers, media, solutions, etc.
• Assist with and comply with all safety regulation and infection control standards.
• Train on IACUC, IRB, EHS, Radiation safety protocols
• Comply with all applicable state, federal university, and sponsor policies and agreements.
• Provide support with identifying problems and challenges, propose resolutions, implement appropriate solutions.
• Provide support with drafting standard operation procedures in compliance to EHS regulation specific for the lab.
• Perform other duties as required.

Research Associate II :

Duties noted above plus :

May assist with the training of new lab personnel.

Provide support with drafting standard operation procedures in compliance to EHS regulation specific for the lab.

May assist with drafting manuscript sessions.

Research Associate III :

Duties noted above plus :

Research Associate IV :

Duties noted above plus :

Qualifications

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS :

Research Associate I

Research Associate II

Research Associate III

Research Associate IV

Additional Information

The Department of Pathology at the University of Massachusetts Chan Medical School, located in Worcester, Massachusetts, invites applications for Research position at the Research Associate level I - IV.

We are seeking motivated individuals with a BA / BS degree in Biological or Life Sciences. The ideal candidate will have a background in Immunology, Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, or Cell Biology, with experience working in a laboratory setting. We are looking for individuals with scientific enthusiasm, strong organizational skills, and a keen interest in experimentation into the molecular mechanisms of disease and health. Ongoing research areas include how the T cell immune system recognizes and responds to cancers and virally infected cells, and how the innate immune system recognizes cell death and irritant particles to cause sterile inflammation and disease.

Under the direct supervision of the Principal Investigator, the Research Associate will perform a variety of experimental techniques, including specimen preparation, cell culture, molecular cloning, PCR, immune assays, and flow cytometry, while assisting with data collection, analysis, and presentation for lab meetings and reports. Experimentation will include working with mice. In addition to experimentation, duties will include laboratory maintenance tasks, such as inventory management, ordering supplies, protocol submissions, and maintaining equipment.

Applicants should submit a cover letter outlining research experience, career goals, and interest in the position, along with a curriculum vitae and contact information for three references.

Expected start date will be May - June, 2025.

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