Research Assistant 1 - Women's Health Cardiovascular Research

Vanderbilt University Medical Center • Nashville, TN

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Vanderbilt University Medical Center (VUMC) is seeking a Research Assistant 1 for the Division of Cardiovascular Medicine, specifically in Women's Health Cardiovascular Research. This role involves providing support for specified research projects under direct supervision, including collecting, assessing, and communicating data and results. The Research Assistant will also assist in general laboratory operations and inventory management. VUMC is committed to advancing health and wellness through preeminent programs in patient care, education, and research, fostering an environment where expertise is valued and individuals can thrive.

Requirements

• Relevant Work Experience: Less than 1 year
• Education: Bachelor's

Nice To Haves

• Recruiting and consenting patients
• Research experience
• Processing experience

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)
• Ensure Laboratory is prepared for experiments
• Maintain inventories
• Maintain sterile conditions as required
• Prepare reagents
• Clean equipment

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees