Senior Research Assistant

1 week ago

Washington, United States The George Washington University Full time

Job Title: Senior Research Assistant - Molecular Epidemiology Specialist

About the Position:

The George Washington University is seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Senior Research Assistant to join our molecular epidemiology and microbiome research group in the Department of Environmental and Occupational Health. As a key member of our team, you will have the opportunity to work with a multidisciplinary team on several important microbial genomic and epidemiologic projects.

About the Role:

We are looking for a talented individual to assist with experiments in a controlled laboratory setting, including designing and carrying out both culture-based and molecular biology experiments, performing established laboratory procedures, reporting results at meetings, assisting with data collection and management, and laboratory support. This role typically works under immediate supervision but will also work closely with the laboratory PIs (Drs. Lance Price and Cindy Liu) and other members of the research team.

Responsibilities:

  • Assist with laboratory research according to protocols, including sample processing, culturing bacteria, biomolecule isolation, and molecular analyses including PCR, real-time PCR, and whole-genome sequencing library preparation.
  • Assist with sample and data collection for ongoing human microbiome studies, including recruitment, screening, consenting, clinical sample collection, and interactions with study subjects such as collecting survey data.
  • Assist with the development and optimization of research protocols with assistance from PI and other laboratory staff. Our current protocol development efforts are focused on culture-based microbiology and laboratory automation using liquid-handling robots.
  • Participate in general laboratory activities, such as inventory, equipment maintenance, and laboratory clean-up, and assist with the preparation of common laboratory reagents and media.
  • Assist with data cleaning, entry, and data analysis under the guidance of PI.
  • Assist with literature reviews and topic searches.
  • Contribute to the preparation of grant applications, manuscripts, and presentations.
  • Perform other related duties as assigned.

Requirements:

  • Bachelor's degree in a science-related field, such as biology, microbiology, chemistry, or health-related fields.
  • 1 year of experience in a related discipline, preferably in a laboratory setting.
  • Molecular biology laboratory experience, including DNA extraction and PCR.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and statistical analysis software (e.g., SAS, R, STATA).
  • Laboratory experience with bacterial cultures and real-time PCR and/or library preparation for next-generation DNA sequencing.
  • Experience operating liquid-handling robots or other laboratory automation.
  • Prior experience in preparing reports and presentations.
  • Strong written communication and organizational skills.
  • Self-motivated and able to multi-task, set priorities, work independently, and manage multiple deadlines.

Salary: $25.00 per hour, based on qualifications and experience.

Benefits:

The George Washington University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, time off and leave, retirement savings, tuition, well-being, and various voluntary benefits.

About Us:

The George Washington University is an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employer that does not unlawfully discriminate in any of its programs or activities on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or on any other basis prohibited by applicable law.

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