Research Assistant

Fastnet; Dublin; On-site; EUR 36,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Fastnet in Dublin is seeking a motivated Research Assistant to join a new biopharmaceutical research group. The role centers on performing, analysing and reporting immunohistochemical cell-based virus potency assays.

The candidate should have at least 2 years’ postgraduate experience in virology, and be motivated to pursue a career as a laboratory scientist with strong reporting, planning and teamwork skills.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years’ postgraduate experience in virology after MSc.
• Laboratory-based experience in virology and biosafety practices.
• Excellent report writing and presentation skills.
• Demonstrable achievements delivering results in a lab setting.
• Strong organisation and communication abilities.

Responsibilities

• Perform research under direction of PI and Research Fellow.
• Assist in planning, organising, conducting and analysing studies.
• Maintain sample logging and inventory of materials/equipment.
• Contribute to design and execution of the research.
• Uphold lab safety, data integrity, and electronic notebook practices.
• Carry out administrative and management work related to the project.
• Engage in training to develop transferable skills and reputation.
• Present progress and outcomes to project stakeholders and staff.

Skills

Virology experience

Report writing

Team collaboration

Independent working

Education

MSc in Life Sciences

Tools

Biosafety protocols

Job description

We are seeking a motivated Research Assistant to join a new research group with our biopharmaceutical research client in Dublin. The successful candidate will perform and support research activities in this project. They will primarily focus on performing, analysing and reporting on immunohistochemical cell-based virus potency assays.

The successful candidate will have at least 2 years’ postgraduate experience in virology. They will be motivated to develop a career as a laboratory scientist.

Responsibilities:

• Perform research under the direction of the Principal Investigator and Research Fellow.
• Provide assistance in conducting research activities, including planning, organizing, conducting, analysing and communicating research studies within the overall scope of this research project. Take responsibility for team-wide sample logging and ensuring upkeep of material and equipment inventory.
• Contribute to the design as well as the execution of this research.
• Maintain laboratory safety protocols, data integrity practices, and electronic notebook compliance.
• Carry out relevant administrative and management work associated with this research.
• Engage in appropriate training and development opportunities to develop own transferable skills, career and reputation.
• Present information on research progress and outcomes to others responsible for the research project.
• Provide guidance as required to any support staff and/or research students assisting with the research project, as agreed with the Principal Investigator.

Requirements:

• Minimum of 2 years’ experience subsequent to a MSc in life sciences, preferably in virology.
• Laboratory-based experience in virology
• Experience of designing and implementing biosafety and health and safety protocols and practices.
• Excellent report writing and presentation skills.
• Demonstrable achievements in delivering results.
• Excellent laboratory organisation experience and practices.
• Evidence of excellent communication skills.
• An ability to work independently to a tight schedule.
• Capability of working effectively within a team to achieve results.
• Ability to interact with stakeholders from a range of disciplines across the organisation.
• A clearly articulated motivation for the post.
• Proven record of initiative and motivation.