Position Information

Posting Number SF01713 Job Title Research Associate I Position Number 109678 FTE 1.00 FLSA Exempt Position Type Professional Staff Union PSA/NEA - Professional Staff Assoc Pay Grade Level Grade Level: 7 Pay Grade Range Salary Range: $45,136 - $66,997 Status Calendar Year, Full-time, Limited

Department Information

Department Cell & Molecular Biology Contact(s)

Please note: Job applications must be submitted directly online only at: (https://jobs.uri.edu)

Contact Phone/Extension Contact Email Physical Demands Campus Location Kingston Grant Funded Yes Extension Contingency Notes

This is a full-time calendar year position, limited to 12/31/2024 with anticipated renewal.

Job Description Summary

The search will remain open until the position has been filled. First consideration will be given to applications received by February 23, 2024. Applications received after February 23, 2024, may be reviewed depending on search progress and needs, but are not guaranteed full consideration.

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BASIC FUNCTION:

Perform research as part of a team related to microbial gene regulation and laboratory maintenance.

Duties and Responsibilities

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Perform research as part of a team under the direction of Principal Investigator.

Utilize techniques such as PCR, western blotting, DNA and RNA isolation, qPCR, gel electrophoresis, preparation of chemical stocks and solutions, aseptic technique, bacterial growth.

Perform complex experiments involving use of highly technical instruments and devices under occasional review of Principal Investigator.

Process, organize, and summarizes data, reporting experiment results using a variety of scientific, word processing, spreadsheet or statistical software applications or program platforms.

Work collaboratively with others in the lab group.

Provide training to undergraduate and graduate students as well as learning from trainees and Principal Investigator as appropriate.

Assist in developing safety protocols and ensure implementation.

Maintain laboratory equipment and perform laboratory maintenance.

Place, receive, and complete invoicing orders for laboratory items.

OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Perform other duties as assigned.

LICENSES, TOOLS, AND EQUIPMENT:

Personal computers, printers and word processing, database management and spreadsheet software. Laboratory equipment.

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ALL REQUIREMENTS ARE SUBJECT TO POSSIBLE MODIFICATION TO REASONABLY ACCOMMODATE INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES.

Required Qualifications

REQUIRED:

1. Master's degree, or Bachelor's degree with five years of research experience.

2. Demonstrated supervisory experience.

3. Demonstrated strong verbal and interpersonal communication skills.

4. Demonstrated proficiency in written communication skills.

5. Demonstrated organizational skills.

6. Demonstrated ability to work with diverse groups/populations.

Preferred Qualifications Environmental Conditions

This position is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions.

Posting Date 02/01/2024 Closing Date Special Instructions to Applicants

Please attach the following 3 (PDF) documents to your online Employment Application:

(#1) Cover letter.

(#2) Resume.

(#3) Other Document - References - the names and contact information of three professional references. (Note: this document is required even though references may be listed on the application).

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