Part-Time Research Assistant, Biomedical Lab

ummc; Jackson (MS); On-site; USD 2,066,000 - 3,031,000; Part time

Job summary

University of Mississippi Medical Center invites applications for a Research Assistant in the School of Dentistry—Part-Time. The role supports laboratory research activities, helps prepare solutions and media, and ensures equipment and supplies are organized and maintained.

It is ideal for individuals seeking hands-on biomedical research experience. Education required: Associate's or Bachelor's degree; preferred: biology, chemistry, or related field with lab experience.

Qualifications

• Education & Experience: Degree (Associate's or Bachelor's).
• Preferred Qualifications: degree in biology, chemistry, or a related field.
• Laboratory experience (through coursework or employment).

Responsibilities

• Perform routine laboratory tasks, including preparing solutions, reagents, and media.
• Assist with basic experimental procedures under supervision.
• Maintain and clean laboratory equipment, ensuring proper operation.
• Collect, label, and process biological samples according to standard protocols.
• Accurately record data in laboratory notebooks and digital systems.
• Assist in inventory management and ordering laboratory supplies.
• May assist in animal husbandry, collection of physiological data, and euthanasia.

Education

Degree (Associate's or Bachelor's)

Job description

University of Mississippi Medical Center invites applications for a Research Assistant in the School of Dentistry—Part-Time. The role supports laboratory research activities, helps prepare solutions and media, and ensures equipment and supplies are organized and maintained.

It is ideal for individuals seeking hands-on biomedical research experience. Education required: Associate's or Bachelor's degree; preferred: biology, chemistry, or related field with lab experience.