Research Assistant

Under general supervision, provides routine technical assistance in performing assigned and delegated tasks in support of research projects. Responsibilities include assisting or conducting a variety of scientific experiments and research projects of limited complexity, collecting, evaluating and interpreting data for clinical and diagnostic research.

• Attention to detail by achieving thoroughness and accuracy when accomplishing a task through concern for all the areas involved. 
• Ability to organize and coordinate work within schedule constraints and handle emergent requirements in a timely manner. 
• Ability to monitor important and complex projects concurrently within a research environment or laboratory schedule. 
• Ability to effectively communicate orally and in writing, to include writing and preparing memorandums, letters, and other official correspondence. 
• Knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Lotus Notes/other e-mail software.

Education:

• Bachelor's Degree in a basic science is required.

Experience:

• None required. 
• Some experience in a research/clinical setting is highly preferred.

• The lab is currently engaged in exciting state-of-the-art multi-disciplinary projects (infection, aging, asthma, exercise) and duties are aligned to these projects.
• Provides routine technical assistance in performing assigned and delegated tasks in support of research projects. 
• Performs assigned clerical and technical duties in a research or clinical lab setting. 
• Assists investigator or higher level technician with research studies, experiments and assays including collection of data, preparation of solutions and set-up and maintenance of equipment. 
• Performs routine tests with direction from supervisor, manager or higher level technician. 
• Assists in conducting a variety of scientific experiments and research projects of limited complexity, collecting, evaluating, and interpreting data. 
• Carries out general laboratory maintenance. 
• Performs all other duties as assigned.