Midwestern University · 3 weeks ago
Research Assistant- AZ- Microbiology & Immunology
Glendale, Arizona, United States
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
0+ years expMidwestern University is a private, not-for-profit organization that provides graduate and post-graduate education in the health sciences. The Department of Microbiology & Immunology is seeking a Research Assistant to provide technical support to research faculty and graduate students, as well as support microbiology teaching laboratories.
Higher Education
Responsibilities
Provide and maintain laboratory technical support
Perform a wide variety of research procedures with some supervision
Provide assistance on the use of specialized software and equipment
Obtain quotes and handle all incoming laboratory orders
Order laboratory class supplies, chemicals and equipment
Assist in preparation, setup, and performance of student laboratory exercises
Provide instruction as necessary to students
Ensure adherence to laboratory safety procedures and protocols
Ensure proper handling and disposal of chemical/biohazardous waste
Assist in performing experiments for various research projects
Perform experiments involving laboratory animals, including handling and in vivo procedures
Assist with literature searches
Graph and analyze data with some supervision
Keep an accurate lab notebook
Communicate updates about the status of research projects
Manage and organize research supplies and assist in maintenance of equipment
Assist the faculty in supervising students working in the lab
Provide assistance to research students
Assist faculty with abstract and poster submissions
Other duties may be assigned
Qualification
Required
A Bachelor of Science degree in life sciences (Biology, Microbiology, Cell Biology, Biomedical Sciences, or related field) is required
0-2 years of previous research related experience is required
Must be able to work in a constant state of alertness and safe manner and have regular, predictable, in-person attendance
Computer proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint) is expected
Preferred
Experience working with laboratory animals (e.g., handling, or in vivo procedures) is highly desirable
Familiarity with institutional animal care and use protocols (IACUC) is an asset
Familiarity with statistical and/or graphical software is desired
Experience and proficiency in at least three of these skills is greatly preferred: Knowledge of aseptic techniques, Propagation and isolation of bacterial & fungal cultures, Polymerase chain reaction for amplification of DNA, Cloning of DNA into expression vectors, Protein expression and purification, Mammalian cell culture, Experience in microscopy
Benefits
Medical, dental, and vision insurance plans
Life insurance
Short/long term disability
Pet insurance
Flexible spending accounts including healthcare reimbursement and child/dependent care account
Paid holiday’s
Sick/flex days
Personal days
Vacation days
403(b) retirement plan
Tuition reimbursement
Child care subsidy reimbursement program
Identity theft protection
Employee assistance program
Wellness facility on-site with a fully equipped fitness facility
Company
Midwestern University
Founded in 1900, Midwestern University is a not-for-profit graduate institution of higher education offering degrees in the health sciences on two campuses.
1001-5000 employees
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