Research Assistant - RI Gene Therapy

The Research Assistant position will focus heavily on tissue processing, histology, microscopy, and molecular biology techniques. Experience in the following techniques is desirable: tissue processing particularly with regards to central and peripheral nervous system tissues and explanted tumors, OCT embedding, cryosectioning, histology, immunofluorescent staining, microscopy, RNA and protein extraction, qPCR, Western blotting, and data analysis. The Research Assistant will be expected to maintain detailed and accurate records of all experiments performed, including methods, results, and conclusions, in the virtual lab notebooks and shared drives. The RA will also be required to assist with general lab maintenance such as cleaning, autoclaving, inventory, and restocking. 

Essential Functions:

• Performs semi-independent research experiments reliably and reproducibly in accordance with protocols approved by the principal investigator.
• Collects and curates experimental data, maintains accurate daily logs of experiments including methods and results, and draws preliminary conclusions.
• Assists the principal investigators in the preparation of scientific publications, grant proposals, and presentations.
• Maintains inventory of equipment and supplies and ensures that research equipment is in good working order.
• Follows all appropriate lab safety protocols and other regulatory requirements.

Education Requirement:

Bachelor’s Degree in relevant field, required.

Experience:

Research experience, preferred.

Physical Requirements:

OCCASIONALLY: Bend/twist, Biohazard waste, Chemicals/Medications, Climb stairs/ladder, Cold Temperatures, Fume /Gases /Vapors, Hot Temperatures

FREQUENTLY: Lifting / Carrying: 0-10 lbs, Lifting / Carrying: 11-20 lbs, Pushing / Pulling: 0-25 lbs, Pushing / Pulling: 26-40 lbs, Standing, Walking

CONTINUOUSLY: Audible speech, Color vision, Computer skills, Decision Making, Depth perception, Flexing/extending of neck, Hand use: grasping, gripping, turning, Hearing acuity, Interpreting Data, Peripheral vision, Problem solving, Reaching above shoulder, Repetitive hand/arm use, Seeing – Far/near, Sitting, Squat/kneel

"The above list of duties is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by individuals assigned to this classification. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive list of duties performed by the individuals so classified, nor is it intended to limit or modify the right of any supervisor to assign, direct, and control the work of employees under their supervision. EOE M/F/Disability/Vet"