Research Support Assistant

University of South Florida • Tampa, FL

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About The Position

We are currently seeking a Research Support Assistant to join Dr. Markoutsa's lab at the Institute for Translational Virology and Innovation, located in USF Research Park. This entry-level position offers a competitive salary and the opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge translational research.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent and 1 year of experience.
• Higher education may substitute for the experience.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's degree.
• Proficiency with basic laboratory equipment and software (i.e. Microsoft Office, GraphPad Prism, ImageJ, etc.).
• Previous experience in immunology, molecular biology and lab animals.

Responsibilities

• Performs standard laboratory procedures such as tissue culture, biochemistry (assays for protein), and molecular biology (RNA, DNA purification and manipulation).
• The lab studies animal models (mouse). Selected candidate will perform blood and tissue collections from infected mice and analyze them using biochemically/molecular biology techniques.
• Orders laboratory equipment and supplies.
• Keeps records of the conduct and outcome of laboratory analyses.
• Assist the PI, postdocs, and students for lab routine works.

Benefits

• Medical, dental and life insurance plans.
• Retirement plan options.
• Employee and dependent tuition programs.
• Generous leave.
• Hundreds of employee perks and discounts.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Educational Services
• Education Level: High school or GED