Research Assistant

Saint Louis University • St. Louis, MO

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About The Position

Founded in 1818, Saint Louis University is one of the nation’s oldest and most prestigious Catholic universities. SLU, which also has a campus in Madrid, Spain, is recognized for world-class academics, life-changing research, compassionate health care, and a strong commitment to faith and service. JOB SUMMARY The Research Assistant supports investigators by performing moderately complex research and experimentation following established protocols. This position performs routine lab and equipment maintenance, such as cleaning glassware, counter tops, and equipment, sets-up and operates various scientific apparatus, and assists with research projects. This position also performs various clerical and editorial duties, to include compiling, processing, and analyzing data, as well as performing training duties.

Requirements

• Broad knowledge involving laboratory techniques or other specialized knowledge is desired
• Knowledge of laboratory procedures: RT-PCR, histology, mRNA extraction
• Knowledge of the use and preparation of culture media, chemicals, and reagents
• Verbal and written communication skills
• Interpersonal/human relation skills
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions
• Ability to tend to details
• Ability to maintain records and inventories
• Ability to operate a personal computer
• Bachelor’s degree in science or a closely related field

Nice To Haves

• N/A

Responsibilities

• Assists with research projects; performs independent research; plans, designs and implements research projects; prepares and maintains culture media, reagents, and experimental animals; grows cultures; administers injections; performs various assays; sterilizes equipment; separates and purifies various materials and substances using such techniques as chromatography and electrophoresis; orders laboratory supplies; performs library research; prepares compounds; interprets experimental test data; performs minor equipment repairs; cuts, stains and mounts specimens
• Sets-up and operates various scientific apparatus; sets-up and operates spectrophotometer, fraction collectors, centrifuges, incubators, homogenizers, and various microscopes
• Performs various clerical duties including typing, answering phones, preparing correspondence, preparing and maintaining bibliographies, and completing applications and forms
• Compiles processes and analyzes data; records research procedures and results; files and maintains records; codes data for input for electronic data processing; inputs and retrieves data using computers
• Performs other duties as assigned

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees