Research Assistant

Job Description

Participates collaboratively in various research projects and performs investigative research in a particular area(s) of study. May be a coauthor on a publication or a presentation.

Job Responsibility

• Performs research and/or development work under the guidance of an investigator, associate investigator or assistant investigator.
• Follows and adheres to experimental protocols in a proficient and meticulous manner.•Provides guidance in research techniques to other lab personnel.
• Performs a variety of tasks, including but not limited to, completing correspondence, database maintenance, maintaining records, charts, etc.•Responsible for the collection of data and may assist with analysis.
• Participates in laboratory meetings and journal clubs as appropriate.
• Learns new experimental procedures as necessary.
• Performs related duties as required. All responsibilities noted here are considered essential functions of the job under the Americans with Disabilities Act. Duties not mentioned here, but considered related are not essential functions.

Additional information about the position and department:

The Institute of Cancer Research is a new research initiative at the Feinstein Institutes for Medical Research in close collaboration with the Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory (CSHL). The Institute has recently recruited new faculty, who are establishing independent research groups. Research within the Institute spans multiple areas of cancer biology, from cellular and molecular mechanisms to inter-organ communication across model systems and humans.

Job Qualification

Bachelors Degree required, or equivalent combination of education and related experience.0-1 years of relevant experience, required.

Preferred Qualifications

Please note the position will temporarily be located in the Cold Springs Harbor area flexibiliy to dual locations is preferred.

• Demonstrated interest in pursuing graduate-level education and participating in independent research projects.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to maintain laboratory organization, records, and research materials.
• Working knowledge of basic molecular biology techniques, including PCR, plasmid mini-preparations, sterile technique, and DNA gel electrophoresis.
• Prior laboratory research experience in an academic, biotechnology, or healthcare research setting.
• Experience working in a collaborative research environment while managing individual responsibilities and projects.
• Familiarity with nematode (C. elegans) models and related laboratory techniques is preferred, but not required.
• Ability to learn new laboratory methods and contribute to ongoing research initiatives.
• Additional Salary Detail

The salary range and/or hourly rate listed is a good faith determination of potential base compensation that may be offered to a successful applicant for this position at the time of this job advertisement and may be modified in the future.When determining a team members base salary and/or rate, several factors may be considered as applicable (e.g., location, specialty, service line, years of relevant experience, education, credentials, negotiated contracts, budget and internal equity).