Research Assistant

Vanderbilt University•Nashville, TN

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The position is in the laboratory of Kathy DelGiorno for a technician performing molecular biology analyses supporting multiple projects. This position will set up and conduct experiments, and implement long-term research projects following protocols including the appropriate recording and reporting of data. This position will assist in other laboratory and research functions and work closely with post-docs and students as part of the DelGiorno Lab team. Reporting directly to Dr. DelGiorno, the position is highly collaborative and requires excellent teamwork. Dr. DelGiorno’s Laboratory studies the molecular mechanisms underlying the development of pancreatitis and pancreatic cancer.

Requirements

BA or BS degree
Experience with general laboratory techniques is required
Excellent communications skills and good teamwork is required

Nice To Haves

Experience with animal handling and/or husbandry is preferred but not required

Responsibilities

Independently or as part of a team, run experiments, assays, and record results
Conduct scientific experiments for multiple research projects within the DelGiorno Lab
Read and follow experimental protocols (includes animal handling, assays, husbandry, etc.)
Compile and communicate results to supervisor and team
Follow University safety protocols (may include use of combustibles, radioactivity, and/or toxic material)
Prepare and operate equipment in experimental procedures
Ensure laboratory is prepared for experiments
Maintain inventories
Maintain sterile conditions as required
Prepare reagents
Clean equipment
Prepare reagents and materials
Perform general husbandry tasks such as genotyping and delivering treatments
Perform routine molecular biology approaches (qPCR, Western blot, ELISAs)
Work closely as a team with DelGiorno Lab personnel to ensure cohesion and success of long-term experiments