Research Assistant (PRN) - Infectious Diseases

$35,568 - $60,507/Yr

Washington University in St. Louis

Full-time - Entry Level

Educational Services

About the position

The Research Assistant position in the Division of Infectious Diseases at Washington University School of Medicine involves a variety of responsibilities centered around conducting research experiments and supporting the overall research efforts of the team. The role requires the assistant to engage in various research activities, including the preparation of materials, documentation, and data management. The successful candidate will be involved in the submission and maintenance of Institutional Review Board (IRB) protocols, ensuring compliance with ethical standards in research. Evaluating research results and reporting findings is a critical aspect of the position, as is discussing project outcomes with other staff members involved in the research. In addition to conducting experiments and assays, the Research Assistant will be responsible for maintaining data files and performing data entry to ensure accurate record-keeping. Coordination of tissue cultures, reagents, and probe tests is also part of the job, along with adhering to established safety procedures and maintaining documentation related to laboratory and specimen conditions. The assistant will collaborate with other institutions and investigators, contributing to the development of hypotheses and methodologies for testing. General lab maintenance, including supply and equipment orders, is also expected, along with literature research on specified topics. The role may include other duties as assigned, reflecting the dynamic nature of research work in a laboratory setting.

Responsibilities

• Conducts research experiments and assays.
• Submits and maintains IRB protocols.
• Evaluates research results and reports findings.
• Discusses project outcomes with involved staff.
• Performs data entry and maintains data files on research.
• Coordinates tissue cultures, reagents, and probe tests.
• Complies with established safety procedures and maintains documentation.
• Coordinates research projects with other institutions and investigators.
• Participates in developing hypotheses and testing methodologies.
• Assists with general supply and equipment orders, lab maintenance, and cleaning.
• Performs literature research on specified topics.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree with 2 years of experience in laboratory operations or equivalent combination of education and experience equaling 6 years.
• Demonstrated ability to implement general laboratory procedures and conduct research.
• Critical thinking skills.
• Writing and oral communication skills.
• Data organization skills.

Nice-to-haves

• Demonstrated ability to implement general laboratory procedures, conduct research and record findings, with a focus on pursuit of advanced education in the field.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401k retirement plan
• Paid holidays
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• Professional development opportunities
• Flexible scheduling options