Research Associate I

3 weeks ago

Worcester Massachusetts, United States University of Massachusetts Medical School Full time
Overview:
POSITION SUMMARY: 

 

The Pryciak Lab seeks a highly motivated research associate to study the recognition of short peptide motifs by globular protein domains.  The project aims to reveal the molecular specificities of these peptide motif binding interactions and how they can be tuned to control the magnitude and timing of molecular reactions in the cell, including substrate identification by post-translational modification enzymes.  See PubMed ID (phone number removed) and the Pryciak Lab website for further information:  (url removed)

 

Familiarity with molecular biology methods (DNA preparation, plasmid sub-cloning, PCR) and/or microbiological culture of E. coli or S. cerevisiae are advantageous but not required.

 

Under the direction of the Principal Investigator (PI) or designee, the Research Associate I provides operational support to the laboratory. The Research Associate I will perform research experiments as defined by the PI.

 

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

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