Research Assistant II/III - Pulmonary Biology - Xu Lab
About The Position
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES Serve as a Resource - Demonstrate competence in specific knowledge, skills and behaviors. Effectively communicate with team members and contribute to their growth by sharing knowledge, experience, and skills. Stay abreast of changes in key systems. Serve as a resource to the department in specific area(s). Perform experiments and record data - Follow research protocol. Maintain accurate and detailed records of all laboratory work and experiments. Analyze data; perform statistical and graphical analysis of data. Design and execute daily laboratory experiments in coordination with senior laboratory personnel. Reproduces and evaluates techniques and results for accuracy. Apply standard protocols to specific experiments, research and improve current methods, and evaluate innovative techniques. Assists in training students and new/junior laboratory personnel in laboratory techniques and equipment operation. Customer Service - Maintain/manage strong working relationships with clients, colleagues, and other key stakeholders. Respond to requests quickly and effectively. Identify and understand customer needs and expectations and meets them. Communicate any relevant information to clients, colleagues, and other key stakeholders. Lab Administration - Troubleshoot and correct erroneous results or problems with laboratory equipment. Reproduces and evaluates techniques and results for accuracy. Maintain inventory of laboratory supplies and equipment. Maintain cell cultures. Operate standard laboratory equipment. Use and maintains laboratory equipment appropriately. Responds to obviously erroneous results or problems with equipment. Assists in daily operations of the laboratory including answering phone, maintaining lab supplies, organization, and cleanliness.. Provides appropriate safety monitoring checks as assigned (radiation safety, biosafety, etc.).
Requirements
- Required for RAII: ·High school diploma or equivalent AND 2 years of work experience in a related job discipline OR Preferred: ·Bachelor's degree in a related field
- Required for RAIII: ·Bachelor's degree in a related field AND 1 year of directly related experience OR Master's degree in a related field
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor's degree in a related field
Responsibilities
- Serve as a Resource
- Perform experiments and record data
- Customer Service
- Lab Administration
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
