Research Assistant 1 (A)

University of Miami • Miami, FL

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About The Position

The Hussman Institute has an exciting opportunity for a Research Assistant 1 (A) position. The incumbent contributes to research investigators by providing research and experimentation support while following established protocols. The Research Assistant 1 (A) performs a clerical role to ensure the smooth operations of office facilities.

Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent required
• Minimum 1 year of relevant experience

Nice To Haves

• Communicate professionally, verbally and in writing, with team members and colleagues
• Exhibit the ability to take direction from peers, follow detailed and specific instructions, take applicable notes, ask pertinent questions and think critically
• Demonstrate the ability to follow standard operating procedures
• Operate standard lab equipment including, but not limited to, single and multi-channel pipettes, centrifuges, heat blocks, thermocyclers, etc.
• Perform quantitation and qualitation of DNA/RNA samples by nanodrop, Qubit fluorometer, Agilent BioAnalyzer/Tapestation and gel electrophoresis
• Perform tasks with an attention to detail and a desire to achieve accurate results while minimizing human error and processing failures
• Keep an organized and detailed laboratory notebook associated with all executed laboratory procedures
• Possess the standard computational skills necessary to acquire proficiency in new software programs, cloud-based tools, online webforms and databases

Responsibilities

• Sets up and operates various scientific apparatus and makes minor repairs.
• Prepares correspondence and answers phones.
• Formulates and maintains bibliographies and completes applications and forms.
• Orders laboratory supplies and maintains culture media reagents.
• Reviews and edits various materials for publication and prepares publication schedules.
• Maintains appropriate logs, records, and study notebooks.
• Adheres to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguards University assets.

Benefits

• Competitive salaries
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, tuition remission and more

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Educational Services
• Education Level: High school or GED