Research Assistant Senior (Lab of Dr. Christine Eischen)
About The Position
The research assistant carries out experiments as part of a team of bio-medical researchers to investigate the molecular mechanisms mediating diseases. They will also record and analyze experimental results and collaborate effectively with other team members. Maintains a lab database of technical and animal protocols, plasmids, antibodies and other key resources. Keeps accurate records of reagents. Troubleshoots experimental design malfunctions and implements solutions, interfaces directly with equipment manufacturers for adjustments and repairs. Instructs research personnel on specialized techniques and complex protocols; coordinates and participates in intra-collegial presentations and meetings. Trains and mentors research personnel. Analyzes results of experiments independently. Develops scientific hypotheses related to ongoing work in the laboratory. Designs experiments to test hypotheses.
Requirements
- Minimum four (4) years experience in bench research required.
- Proven expertise in immunology.
- Hands-on experience with flow cytometry, including data analysis and interpretation.
Responsibilities
- Carries out experiments as part of a team of bio-medical researchers to investigate the molecular mechanisms mediating diseases.
- Records and analyzes experimental results.
- Collaborates effectively with other team members.
- Maintains a lab database of technical and animal protocols, plasmids, antibodies and other key resources.
- Keeps accurate records of reagents.
- Troubleshoots experimental design malfunctions and implements solutions.
- Interfaces directly with equipment manufacturers for adjustments and repairs.
- Instructs research personnel on specialized techniques and complex protocols.
- Coordinates and participates in intra-collegial presentations and meetings.
- Trains and mentors research personnel.
- Analyzes results of experiments independently.
- Develops scientific hypotheses related to ongoing work in the laboratory.
- Designs experiments to test hypotheses.
Benefits
- Medical (including prescription) insurance
- Supplemental insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Life and AD&D insurance
- Short- and long-term disability
- Flexible spending accounts
- Retirement plans
- Tuition assistance
- Voluntary benefits
- Tuition discounts at Thomas Jefferson University after one year of full time service or two years of part time service.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
