Lab Research Assistant I: Data, Protocols & Observations

USU - Dept of Microbiology; Bethesda (MD); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

USU - Dept of Microbiology is seeking a Research Assistant to provide laboratory and technical support to senior staff in a research environment. The role involves performing data collection, organizing data, and ensuring accurate data entry according to SOPs.

The candidate will maintain lab supplies, ensure cleanliness, and assist in preparing technical reports and protocols while communicating detailed observations from experiments. Some training may be required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in biological sciences as preferred
• 0–2 years of experience required
• Prior research experience preferred but not required

Responsibilities

• Performs research projects, including data collection and organization; follows SOPs
• Performs data entry accurately and maintains data records and inventories
• Maintains laboratory supplies and ensures cleanliness per practices
• Creates, collects, disseminates, and maintains study data
• Assists in preparing technical reports, summaries, and protocols
• Creates and communicates detailed observations on experiments
• May perform other duties as assigned or directed by supervisor; may attend required training

Skills

Cloning/molecular techniques

Bacterial culture growth

Cell culture growth

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Follow detailed instructions

Background check readiness

Education

Bachelor’s degree in biological sciences

Job description

USU - Dept of Microbiology is seeking a Research Assistant to provide laboratory and technical support to senior staff in a research environment. The role involves performing data collection, organizing data, and ensuring accurate data entry according to SOPs.

The candidate will maintain lab supplies, ensure cleanliness, and assist in preparing technical reports and protocols while communicating detailed observations from experiments. Some training may be required.