What are the responsibilities and job description for the Research Assistant position at Elemental Enzymes?
Research Assistant
The Research Assistant will join a multidisciplinary team that is focused on using analytical and general chemistry techniques to support method development and analysis of biological and chemical products. Applicants should be pursuing a Bachelor of Science degree in analytical chemistry, biochemistry, chemistry, or a closely related major. Students in all years of their program will be considered.
Position Duration: Summer Semester 2025
Weekly Schedule: [30-40 hours, schedule to be discussed with supervisor]
Program Duration: 11-12 Weeks Total: 10 Program Weeks 1-2 Presentation Weeks
Job Responsibilities
- Plan and implement experiments alongside scientific staff, organize data, record, and communicate results.
- Provide services to research scientists and technicians, such as sample prep.
- Eager to gain experience in a research laboratory setting.
- Interact effectively within a multidisciplinary team.
- Learn and practice basic lab safety procedures.
- Support instrument maintenance.
- Additional responsibilities may be added at the discretion of management.
Required Experience
- Enrollment in an analytical chemistry, biochemistry, chemistry, or related degree program.
- Understanding of general chemistry concepts and methods.
- Exposure to analytical instrumentation (HPLC, GC, ICP)
- Excellent communication and organization skills.
- Proven ability to budget time and manage day-to-day research project work, laboratory duties, and other assigned tasks.
- Experience in a laboratory setting and knowledge of common wet lab equipment (e.g. autoclave, pipettes, centrifuge, spectrophotometer) is preferred, but not required.
- Eagerness to develop, learn, and adopt new methods.
Physical Requirements
- Must be able to lift, crouch, stand, kneel, and work for extended periods of time. This position requires full mobility of the wrists, hands, and fingers. Those with this position must be able to work in Biosafety Level 1 and 2 Laboratories which can cause more illnesses to those with immunocompromised systems.
Job Location: Headquarters, St. Louis, MO, United States
Position Type: Part-Time/Regular/Hourly/Non-Exempt
Salary: $16/hour
About Elemental Enzymes
Elemental Enzymes was founded upon the simple belief that we must do everything we can to improve agricultural performance in a way that not only enables plants to flourish but enriches and renews the planet with eco-friendly and sustainable agricultural solutions. From products that enable effective enzyme, peptide and protein inputs to foliar treatments that hold the promise to renew entire industries, our focus to make a positive difference in the world through people – like you and me. Success is a byproduct of responsible production. That’s why Elemental Enzymes works to bring cross-disciplinary scientists and processes together to create novel solutions to practical problems with a shared goal of helping both the plant and the planet.
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Please fill out the application and submit a cover letter and CV/Resume. References required upon request.
Salary : $16
