Lab Research Assistant (Entry‑Level)

Montgomery College; United States; On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Vanderbilt Health in Nashville invites applications for a Laboratory Research Support role. Under direct supervision, you will assist in specified research projects, collect and assess data, and communicate results.

You will help with general laboratory operation and inventory, ensuring clean, safe, and compliant work practices. The position emphasizes following experimental protocols, performing calculations, preparing reagents, and operating a range of lab equipment to support ongoing studies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required for the role.
• Less than 1 year of related work experience requested.
• Experience in a laboratory setting is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Under supervision, run experiments, assays, and record results.
• Read and follow experimental protocols (may include animal handling, tissue culture).
• Compile and communicate results to supervisor.
• Follow safety protocols and use laboratory equipment as needed.
• Maintain and repair equipment and inventories; ensure sterile conditions where required.

Education

Bachelor's

Job description

Vanderbilt Health in Nashville invites applications for a Laboratory Research Support role. Under direct supervision, you will assist in specified research projects, collect and assess data, and communicate results.

You will help with general laboratory operation and inventory, ensuring clean, safe, and compliant work practices. The position emphasizes following experimental protocols, performing calculations, preparing reagents, and operating a range of lab equipment to support ongoing studies.