Research Assistant, Senior

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All About You

This position is Dr. Vankaylapati's lab conducting tuberculosis research.

JOB SUMMARY:

Under general direction, performs complex experiments and other research activities as directed by the research investigator; sets-up and operates various scientific apparatus; assists with research projects and performs independent research; performs various clerical duties such as ordering supplies and editorial duties including research papers; compiles, processes and analyzes data.

 

PRIMARY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assists with research projects and performs independent research; plans, designs and implements research projects; prepares and maintains culture media, reagents, and experimental animals; grows cultures (cell viral, etc.) adept in molecular biological techniques; administers injections; performs various assays; sterilizes equipment; separates and purifies various materials and substances using such techniques as chromatography and electrophoresis; performs surgery on experimental animals; 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, chromatography equipment, centrifuges, incubators, homogenizers, and various microscopes.​

• 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 various editorial duties including writing, reviewing and editing various materials for publication; prepares publication schedules and orders books; confers with publishers and authors.
• Performs various clerical duties such as ordering supplies, e-mails, preparing and maintaining bibliographies; completes applications and forms.
• Performs supervisory and training duties; performs other duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Knowledge of laboratory procedures

• Knowledge of use an preparation of culture media, chemicals, and reagents

• Knowledge of medical/scientific terminology

• Interpersonal/human relation skills

• Verbal and written communication skills

• Ability to operate various laboratory equipment, tools and materials

• Ability to follow oral and written instructions

• Ability to maintain records and inventories

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Master’s degree in science or related field; supplemented with two (2) years of experience, or bachelor's degree and six (6) years of experience.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• 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. We welcome and encourage applications from minorities, women, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities (including disabled veterans). If accommodations are needed for completing the application and/or with the interviewing process, please contact Human Resources at 314-977-5847.