Job Summary:  Key Job Responsibilities
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.  Assists in general laboratory activities, including maintenance of reagents and stocking of supplies.  Files and monitors documents.  Keeps accurate and detailed records of experiments and results.  Assists in the operation of specialized equipment and machinery.  Observes safety standards and procedures.   The Research Assistant 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.

Educational Requirements:

Bachelor's Degree   Bachelors in Science Related Field

Licenses: N/A

Experience:

No experience required

Physical Demands: 

Standing, Walking, Sitting, Lifting 50 lbs. Carrying 50 lbs. Pushing  50 lbs. Pulling 50 lbs. Reaching, Handling, Grasping, Feeling, Talking,  Hearing, Repetitive Motions, Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination
 

Job Summary:  Key Job Responsibilities
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.  Assists in general laboratory activities, including maintenance of reagents and stocking of supplies.  Files and monitors documents.  Keeps accurate and detailed records of experiments and results.  Assists in the operation of specialized equipment and machinery.  Observes safety standards and procedures.   The Research Assistant 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.

Educational Requirements:

Bachelor's Degree   Bachelors in Science Related Field

Licenses: N/A

Experience:

No experience required

Physical Demands: 

Standing, Walking, Sitting, Lifting 50 lbs. Carrying 50 lbs. Pushing  50 lbs. Pulling 50 lbs. Reaching, Handling, Grasping, Feeling, Talking,  Hearing, Repetitive Motions, Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination