Research Assistant

Research Assistant

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in biochemistry, biology, molecular biology, chemistry or relevant experience.
• Broad knowledge involving laboratory techniques desired.
• Knowledge of laboratory procedures.
• Knowledge of the use and preparation of culture media, chemicals, and reagents.
• Verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work as a member of team.
• Ability to follow verbal and written communication instructions.
• Ability to tend to details, maintain records and inventories.
• Ability to operate a personal computer and use a word processor and spreadsheet.

Responsibilities

• Assists with clinical and basic science research.
• Processing and storage of clinical samples: blood, cell, muscle, and adipose tissue.
• Operation and maintenance of basic research equipment including balances, pH meters, centrifuges, microscopes, incubators, homogenizers, autoclaves, biological safety cabinet, plate readers, etc.
• Prepares and maintains cell culture, performs molecular biology related experiments (RNA isolation, PCR, RT-PCR), preparation of protein samples, gel electrophoresis and western blotting, data analysis and management, and general lab management.
• Equipment and supply sterilization.
• Maintains and keeps research records and logs. Compiles, processes and analyses data, inputs and retrieves data using computers.
• Follow existing research protocols and assisting in developing new research protocols.
• Orders supplies.
• Maintains an organized and clean laboratory in accordance with SLU Health and Safety requirements.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior related basic laboratory experience is preferred.