University of Massachusetts Medical School

Research Associate I


PayCompetitive
LocationWorcester/Massachusetts
Employment typeOther

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  • Job Description

      Req#: 48353

      Overview

      POSITION SUMMARY:

      Under the direction of the Principal Investigator (PI) or designee, the Research Associate I provides operational support to the laboratory. The Research Associate I will perform research experiments as defined by the PI.

      Responsibilities

      ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

      • Perform laboratory experiments and may be responsible for a single research project
      • Utilize all software relevant to experiment and equipment used
      • Interpret data, form conclusions and decide on next steps under the direction of the PI or designee
      • Maintain accurate records, may modify protocols with the approval of the PI or designee
      • Review literature, publications and grants relevant to assigned projects
      • Record results according to established lab, sponsor & university protocol
      • Assist with performing data analysis and/or mathematical computations
      • Maintain a detailed lab notebook according to lab practice
      • Present findings at lab/group meetings
      • Monitor laboratory supply levels and order as noted
      • Prepare and label buffers, media, solutions, etc.
      • Assist with and comply with all safety regulation and infection control standards
      • Train on IACUC, IRB, EHS, Radiation safety protocols
      • Comply with all applicable state, federal university, and sponsor policies and agreements
      • Provide support with identifying problems and challenges, propose resolutions, implement appropriate solutions
      • Provide support with drafting standard operation procedures in compliance to EHS regulation specific for the lab
      • Perform other duties as required

      Qualifications

      REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

      • Bachelor’s degree in Biological or Natural Science, or equivalent experience
      • Basic understanding of lab safety and protocols
      • Knowledge of Microsoft Office products
      • Ability to analyze data in a quantitative and objective manner.
      • Ability to work in a team environment
  • About the company

      The University of Massachusetts Medical School is a public medical school in Worcester, Massachusetts.

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