Research Assistant, Senior

Meharry Medical College; Vaughan; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare educational institution in York Region, Vaughan, is seeking a Senior Research Assistant to conduct independent research and assist in publishing articles. The ideal candidate holds a bachelor's degree and has at least two years of relevant experience. Responsibilities include preparing laboratory materials, documenting procedures, and supervising lower-level staff. This full-time role demands strong analytical and interpersonal skills.

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years of relevant experience preferred.
• One year of laboratory research support staff supervision preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform independent research and assist with other research projects.
• Prepare and maintain culture media and reagents.
• Conduct library research and interpret test data.
• Document research procedures and results.
• Conduct research and assist with publishing data.

Skills

Knowledge of research laboratory policies

Knowledge of culture media and laboratory procedures

Ability to express ideas clearly

Independent research skills

Supervisory skills

Interpersonal skills

Proficiency in PC software

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field

Job description

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This position works under occasional supervision. Assignments are at the specialized scientific research level requiring independent judgment. Assist in publishing articles and papers; supervise and train lower-level classifications, lab technicians, and students. Set up and operate complex scientific apparatus.

Daily Operations

• Perform independent research and assist with other research projects. Plan, design, and implement research projects.
• Prepare and maintain culture media, reagents, and grow cultures (cells, viruses, etc.).
• Conduct library research; prepare compounds; interpret experimental test data; cut, stain, and mount specimens.
• Compile, process, and analyze data.
• Document research procedures and results according to department guidelines.
• Develop reports from research data gathered; maintain reports and records; code data for electronic processing; input and retrieve data via computer; analyze, interpret, and verify data.
• Conduct research in a specific field and assist with publishing data in professional journals.
• Write reviews and edit materials for publication; research articles from various sources.
• Set up and operate scientific apparatus such as centrifuges, spectrometers, microscopes, homogenizers, etc.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Required Skills

• Comprehensive knowledge of research laboratory policies, procedures, and scientific methodology, including operation and maintenance of research tools and equipment.
• Thorough knowledge of culture media, chemicals, reagents, and laboratory procedures.
• Ability to clearly and concisely express ideas orally and in writing; analyze and extract data from conversations and documents for research projects.
• Ability to independently conduct research following established guidelines.
• Strong supervisory skills and ability to train and evaluate personnel.
• Strong interpersonal skills to develop and maintain effective relationships.
• Proficiency in PC software and office technology.

Required Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field from an accredited college or university.
• Minimum of two (2) years relevant experience preferred.
• One-year laboratory research support staff supervision preferred.

Seniority level: Mid-Senior level

Employment type: Full-time

Job function: Research, Analyst, and Information Technology

Higher Education

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