Medical Research Support Associate

1 month ago


Worcester MA, United States University of Massachusetts Medical School Full time

Overview

POSITION SUMMARY:

Under the direction of the Principal Investigator or Designee, the Research Associate I performs a variety of complex research experiments.

Responsibilities

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

* Perform laboratory experiments and may be responsible for a single research project
* Utilize all software relevant to experiment and equipment used
* Interpret data, form conclusions and decide on next steps under the direction of the PI or designee
* Maintain accurate records, may modify protocols with the approval of the PI or designee
* Review literature, publications and grants relevant to assigned projects
* Record results according to established lab, sponsor & university protocol
* Assist with performing data analysis and/or mathematical computations
* Maintain a detailed lab notebook according to lab practice
* Present findings at lab/group meetings
* Monitor laboratory supply levels and order as noted
* Prepare and label buffers, media, solutions, etc.
* Assist with and comply with all safety regulation and infection control standards
* Train on IACUC, IRB, EHS, Radiation safety protocols
* Comply with all applicable state, federal university, and sponsor policies and agreements
* Provide support with identifying problems and challenges, propose resolutions, implement appropriate solutions
* Provide support with drafting standard operation procedures in compliance to EHS regulation specific for the lab
* Perform other duties as required

Qualifications

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

* Bachelor's degree in Biological or Natural Science, or equivalent experience
* Basic understanding of lab safety and protocols
* Knowledge of Microsoft Office products
* Ability to analyze data in a quantitative and objective manner.
* Ability to work in a team environment

SUPERVISION RECEIVED:

Under the direction of the Principal Investigator, or designee

SUPERVISION EXERCISED:

May functionally supervise Lab Technicians and Aides

ENVIRONMENTAL WORKING CONDITIONS:

Wet chemistry laboratory, and may require appropriate contact with biohazards, radionuclides, toxins, animals, and human specimens.

Additional Information

A Research Associate position is available in the laboratory of Dr. Fiachra Humphries in the newly formed Division of Innate Immunity in the Department of Medicine at the University of Massachusetts Chan Medical School, located in Worcester MA. . Research in the Humphries lab is focused on characterizing how immunometabolic pathways can regulate cell death responses in the context of autoimmunity, tumorigenesis and neurodegeneration.


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