What are the responsibilities and job description for the Research Assistant (Molecular Biology) position at Tuskegee University?
Position Information
Position Title
Research Assistant (Molecular Biology)
Status
Full Time
Job Summary
Tuskegee University Center for Biomedical Research (CBR) is seeking multi-talented applicants for its Research Assistant. The Research Assistant is essential to managing the laboratory, including maintaining, ordering, and organizing reagent stocks, records, and equipment. Some of the specific responsibilities of this position include mouse models, immunohistochemistry, microscopy and other cell and molecular biology technique-based experience, and bioinformatic analysis as directed by the Principal Investigator (PI).
Essential Job Duties
- Manage the laboratory to perform experiments using a wide variety of molecular biology techniques
- Participate in laboratory activities, ordering supplies and maintaining inventory
- Assist undergraduate and graduate students in the lab
- Maintain records and files of work performed in laboratory notebooks and computer databases
- Assist in writing manuscripts, conference presentations, and grant applications
- Assist the PI and students in performing histological analysis, immunofluorescence studies, immunoblotting, cell culture, immunohistochemistry, flow cytometry analysis, bioinformatic analysis as directed and mouse studies
- Assist with other duties as assigned
Qualifications (Education, Experience and Specialized Training)
- PhD in biology or master’s degree of science in biology or bachelor’s degree of science in biology or equivalent degree will be considered
- Experience with molecular biology techniques such as western blotting, Immunohistochemistry, quantitative PCR analysis, flow cytometry and microscopy will be highly valuable
Physical Demands
- Ability to operate standard office equipment
- Ability to walk short distances
- Ability to lift and carry parcels, packages and other items
- Ability to prepare and analyzing data and figures
- Ability to view a computer terminal; extensive reading
Skills and Attributes
Knowledge of:
- Writing manuscripts
- Laboratory rules, regulations, and guidelines
Ability to:
- Work with students
- Work in laboratory
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number
S703
Will this position required travel?
Yes
Will this position required night, weekend, and after hour work?
Yes
Will this positon be supported using grants or contract funding?
Yes
Number of Vacancies
1
Desired Start Date
Position End Date (if temporary)
Open Date
09/28/2024
Close Date
12/28/2024
Open Until Filled
No
Special Instructions Summary
Each applicant, including all current employees, must complete and submit the following documents:
- Tuskegee University employment application
- Cover Letter
- Resume/CV
- Recommendation letters
- Copies of unofficial transcripts.
Please note that official transcripts(s) will be required upon hire
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https://tuskegee.peopleadmin.com/postings/2292
