The Research Assistant II position provides technical and coordination skills to support core services in the Department of Epigenetics and Molecular Carcinogenesis at the Science Park campus.

JOB SPECIFIC COMPETENCIES

Research Support

Perform technical laboratory duties or experimental tasks to supply information as part of a research service core laboratory. Perform duties in accordance with general and/or specific plans. Assists in the design of laboratory experiments, techniques, and protocols. Processes, organizes and summarizes data, reporting experiment results using a variety of scientific, word processing, spreadsheet or statistical software applications or program platforms. Preparation of tissues, cell cultures, blood samples, and perform other laboratory duties, such as the handling of laboratory animals. Assist in general laboratory operation, ensures the laboratory is prepared for experiments, performs related laboratory maintenance such as maintaining and cleaning equipment and assisting with monitoring and stocking supplies, preparation of stock solutions and other reagents. Collect and analyze data from experimental procedures and discuss results with the principal investigator. Document experimental results and maintain an organized laboratory notebook. Prepare materials for submission to granting agencies. May instruct other staff and students in basic laboratory techniques.

Expertise and Specialization

Apply basic background and experience in science to the application of laboratory techniques, using judgment, analysis and evaluation. Read literature and confer with superiors regarding new procedures, and modify them according to the needs of the project. Master complex skills and techniques used in the Core laboratory. Learn new skills or technology.

Laboratory Organization

Coordinate procedures, assemble materials and contribute to the Core laboratory. Participate in ongoing learning and demonstrate application of it in carrying out assignments. Follow Core guidelines regarding order processing, handling of rush orders and special jobs. Alert superiors to problems with orders or with the queue. Interact with client user groups and alert superiors to problems/concerns. Perform other duties as assigned.