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JOB SUMMARY
The Research Assistant supports investigators by performing moderately complex research and experimentation following established protocols. This position performs routine lab and equipment maintenance, such as cleaning glassware, counter tops, and equipment, sets-up and operates various scientific apparatus, and assists with research projects. This position also performs various clerical and editorial duties, to include compiling, processing, and analyzing data, as well as performing training duties.
PRIMARY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
Assists with research projects; performs independent research; plans, designs and implements research projects; prepares and maintains culture media, reagents, and experimental animals; grows cultures; administers injections; performs various assays; sterilizes equipment; separates and purifies various materials and substances using such techniques as chromatography and electrophoresis; orders laboratory supplies; performs library research; prepares compounds; interprets experimental test data; performs minor equipment repairs; cuts, stains and mounts specimens
Sets-up and operates various scientific apparatus; sets-up and operates spectrophotometer, fraction collectors, centrifuges, incubators, homogenizers, and various microscopes
Performs various clerical duties including typing, answering phones, preparing correspondence, preparing and maintaining bibliographies, and completing applications and forms
Compiles processes and analyzes data; records research procedures and results; files and maintains records; codes data for input for electronic data processing; inputs and retrieves data using computers
Performs other duties as assigned
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
Broad knowledge involving laboratory techniques or other specialized knowledge is desired
Knowledge of laboratory procedures: RT-PCR, histology, mRNA extraction
Knowledge of the use and preparation of culture media, chemicals, and reagents
Verbal and written communication skills
Interpersonal/human relation skills
Ability to follow verbal and written instructions
Ability to tend to details
Ability to maintain records and inventories
Ability to operate a personal computer
MINIMUM QUALIFICATION
Bachelor's degree in science or a closely related field
PREFERRED QUALIFICATION
N/A
Function: Lab Support
Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40
Saint Louis University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for the position applied for without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, military/veteran status, gender identity, or other non-merit factors. If accommodations are needed for completing the application and/or with the interviewing process, please contact Human Resources at 314-977-5847.