Umd
Research Asistant
University of Maryland College Park · Contract
Sponsorship not specified$46k-$55kDetected 6 days ago
Data AnalysisComplianceLogisticsFlow CytometryMolecular BiologyCell CultureResearchAnimal ModelsCommunicationProblem SolvingPublic Speaking
About the role
- EXAMPLES OF WORK: Assist with data collection, including surveys, interviews, laboratory work, or field research.
- Assist in data analysis using statistical software or qualitative methods, as appropriate.
- Ensure compliance with institutional research protocols and ethical standards.
Responsibilities
- Independently design, plan, and execute complex laboratory experiments in support of research objectives, including animal infection studies, animal monitoring and weighing, fungal cell culture, tissue collection and processing, flow cytometry sample preparation and staining, immunohistochemistry, colony-forming unit (CFU) assays, data analysis, and interpretation of experimental results.
- Oversee and manage transgenic and research mouse colonies by developing breeding strategies, coordinating weaning, genotyping, and colony maintenance, ensuring animal welfare compliance, maintaining accurate breeding records, and optimizing colony productivity to meet research needs.
- Analyze experimental data, maintain comprehensive research records, prepare reports, and contribute to research presentations, manuscripts, and grant applications as appropriate.
- Develop, implement, and improve laboratory standard operating procedures (SOPs), train and provide technical guidance to laboratory personnel, students, and trainees, and promote adherence to established research protocols and quality standards.
- Exercise independent judgment in establishing priorities, resolving operational issues, and coordinating multiple concurrent research activities to support laboratory objectives.
- Perform other professional responsibilities and research-related duties as assigned in support of the laboratory's scientific mission.
- The Research Assistant supports ongoing research projects by performing literature reviews, collecting and analyzing data, and assisting with the development of reports, publications, and presentations.
- This role helps maintain the accuracy and integrity of project data while contributing to the daily operations of the research team.
- Maintain accurate records of research activities, procedures, and results to ensure transparency and accountability.
- Coordinate scheduling of research participants and manage study logistics as needed.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.
- Two (2) years of experience in research coordination.
Nice to have
- Bachelor's degree in biology, microbiology, molecular biology, or related fields of study related to the research of the laboratory.
- Hands-on experience with animal models to study pathogenesis and host immune responses.
- Experience in advanced immunological methods such as multi-parameter flow cytometry.
- Excellent communication skills and strong verbal, written and editing skills.
- Required Application Materials:
- Three References with Contact Information
- Best Consideration Date:
- Posting Close Date:
Skills
- Knowledge of qualitative and/or quantitative research methodologies.
- Knowledge of surveys, interviews, lab procedures, experiments, or fieldwork.
- Skill in written and verbal communication for reporting and collaboration.
- Skill in precision data entry, analysis, and documentation.
- Skill in computational and problem-solving techniques.
- Skill in maintaining research records, files, and data integrity.
- Ability to interpret data, identify patterns, and draw conclusions.
- Ability to work effectively with faculty, researchers, and fellow assistants.
- Additional Job Details
Compensation
- $46k-$55k
Benefits
- Benefits Summary
- For more information on Regular Exempt benefits, select this link.
Equal opportunity
- EEO Statement
- Equal Opportunity Employer.
Visa & Work Authorization
- The successful candidate must complete employment eligibility verification (on Form I-9) by presenting documents that establish identity and work authorization within the timeframe required by federal immigration law, and where applicable, to demonstrate renewed employment authorization.
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