Research Associate

Job description

Overview

GENERAL SUMMARY OF POSITION:  

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

 

 

Responsibilities

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Conducts in-depth analysis of research experiments
• Performs complex laboratory experiments
• Interprets data, forms conclusion, and decides on and plans next experiments to be done with a high degree of independence
• Compiles and analyzes data and performs computations using image analysis software, spreadsheets, graphing, and curve fitting software
• May modify protocols and be responsible for a single, independent research project
• Assists in writing the text of scientific publications and grants.  Reviews literature
• Trains new laboratory personnel, students, and collaborators
• Maintains laboratory supplies and equipment
• Complies with all safety and infection control standards
• Perform other duties as required.

Qualifications

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:  

• Bachelor’s degree in Biological Sciences, or equivalent experience
• 1 year relevant research experience
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office products
• Strong ability to analyze complex visual data in a quantitative and objective manner
• Judgment and action skills required to solve commonly encountered problems

 

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

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Molecular biology experience and/or
• Microbiology experience and/or
• Tissue-culture experience

Soil-transmitted nematodes are parasitic worms, such as hookworm, roundworm, and whipworm. These infections can deprive the body of blood and nutrients, disproportionately affecting populations living in poverty primarily due to morbidity associated with malnutrition and anemia, leading to severe stunting in hundreds of millions of children.  Severe anemia in pregnancy is a significant contributor to maternal mortality.  New and better drugs are needed to cope with these parasites.  This research will focus on screening, discovering, testing, studying, and preparing for pre-clinical trials new drugs for treating these parasitic infections.   Looking for dynamic individuals to join our team with a strong desire and work ethic to improve the lives of billions of the poorest people and to be involved with a prestigious GHIT global health grant.

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