Research Associate I, Radiation Oncology Academics

Job Summary

Working under direct supervision, the Research Associate I performs a variety of routine experimental protocols and procedures to support the objectives of one or more laboratory research projects in a specific area of research. This role assists in general laboratory activities, including maintenance of reagents and stocking of supplies, filing and monitoring documents. The Research Associate I keeps accurate and detailed records of experiments and results, and assists in the operation of specialized equipment and machinery. Observes safety standards and procedures. The Research Associate I will be able to perform routine cellular, micro- and molecular biology procedures including, but not limited to Western, Northern blot, DNA/RNA, PCR, protein extraction, cell culture, Immunohistochemistry, and staining. This position does not have supervisory responsibilities.

Key Responsibilities

• Performs a variety of routine laboratory tasks and procedures.
• Keeps accurate and detailed project records of experiments and results.
• May assist with animal husbandry.
• Maintains lab equipment and related records.
• Transports, processes and logs samples.
• Maintains computer database with relevant clinical information.
• Performs lab maintenance duties, including glassware cleaning and sterilization.
• Maintains stocks of general lab materials, and places orders for lab equipment and supplies.
• Assists new students and fellows at the laboratory.
• Assists in the operation of specialized equipment and machinery.
• Observes and complies with safety standards and procedures.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree required

Key skills/competency

• Cellular Biology
• Molecular Biology
• Western Blot
• Northern Blot
• DNA/RNA Extraction
• PCR (Polymerase Chain Reaction)
• Protein Extraction
• Cell Culture
• Immunohistochemistry
• Laboratory Procedures