26/27 NFWS Student Lab Research Assistant

Saint Leo University Brasil•San Jose, CA

6d•Onsite

About The Position

This position involves working in a laboratory setting to execute assigned experiments, maintain cell line cultures, assist with safety protocols, manage inventory, and ensure laboratory upkeep. The role also includes recording experimental data, providing assistance in data analysis, and reporting research accomplishments to a professor for guidance.

Requirements

Sophomore Standing.
Completion of BIO125 and BIO324L courses.
Knowledge of cell culture, tumorigenesis, and the principles of targeted drug design.
Excellent cell culturing skills.
Working knowledge of tissue cell transfection.
Working knowledge of the cell viability in vitro CCK-8 assay.
Working knowledge of SDS-PAGE and Western blotting.
Excel proficiency.
Computer skills.
Excellent communication and organizational skills.
Experience with various laboratory equipment.
Ability to work in a team environment, plan and organize work, prioritize work and manage time.
Able to develop and maintain effective and productive relationships.
Must be able to work independently.
Work requires frequent standing, walking, sitting, repetitive motion and vision of computer monitors.

Responsibilities

Execute assigned experiments according to provided protocols.
Maintain different cell line cultures.
Prepare reagents, solutions, etc. necessary for execution of assigned experiments.
Autoclave tubes, pipet tips, etc. necessary for execution of assigned experiments.
Clean glassware and equipment used during execution of assigned experiments.
Maintain accurate records of experimental data.
Work according to established laboratory safety rules and regulations.
Work up to 30 hours per week in the laboratories.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision packages
FREE Tuition - Employee, Spouse, and Dependents
Tuition Exchange Opportunity - Dependent of Employees
Generous Paid Leave - Sick, Vacation, and Holidays
Comprehensive Group Health Plan (Medical, Dental, and Vision)
Group Medical Plan includes Teledoc, Surgery Plus, Wellness Incentive Program and more!
100% Employer-Funded Health Reimbursement Account
100% Employer-Paid Short Term Disability Insurance
100% Employer-Funded Employee Assistance Program (healthcare and dependent options)
Employer-provided life insurance
Discounted On-Campus Dining Meal Plans
Nationwide Pet Insurance
Flexible Spending Accounts
403b Retirement Plan
Wellness Center