Research Assistant 1 - Bacchetta - ON SITE
Vanderbilt University Medical Center•Nashville, TN
•Onsite
About The Position
In the role of Research Assistant, you will support assigned research projects under direct supervision by collecting, evaluating, and communicating data and results. Responsibilities include maintaining inventory, assisting with surgical procedure setup, handling and processing tissue specimens, and managing lab setup and breakdown to ensure a smooth and organized workflow. This role also involves working with large animal models (sheep and pigs) in support of research activities and procedural studies.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent experience)
Nice To Haves
- Histology experience
- Experience with assays such as ELISA and/or PCR
- Experience working with animal models, particularly large animals
Responsibilities
- Under supervision, run experiments, assays, and record results
- Read and follow experimental protocols (May include animal handling, tissue culture, etc.)
- Compile and communicate results to supervisor
- Follow University safety protocols (may include use of combustibles, radioactivity, toxic material, and/or carcinogenics)
- Perform calculations involving molarity, % solutions, and serial dilutions
- Prepare and operate equipment in experimental procedures
- May include blood gas analyzer, centrifuge, pH meter, spectrophotometer, autoclave, scintillation counter, electrophoresis unit, analytical balance, etc.
- Maintain and repair equipment according to manufacturer and university guidelines.
- Ensure Laboratory is prepared for experiments
- Maintain inventories
- Maintain sterile conditions as required
- Prepare reagents
- Clean equipment.
Benefits
- health
- disability
- retirement
- wellness offerings
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
