Research Assistant Intermediate

Thomas Jefferson University; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Tuition assistance

Flexible spending accounts

Job summary

Thomas Jefferson University in Philadelphia is seeking a Research Assistant Intermediate to carry out experiments as part of a biomedical research team. You will record and analyze results and collaborate with team members to understand disease mechanisms.

The role involves presenting findings at lab meetings and supporting literature reviews, with opportunities to train and mentor junior staff within a dynamic health research environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with or without experience; Master’s degree acceptable.

Responsibilities

• Interacts with co-workers and staff to support research goals.
• Performs analytical and technical laboratory experiments and develops procedures.
• Presents research findings at meetings and seminars.
• Conducts literature searches and co-authors results.
• Independently researches in the lab with the principal investigator.
• Assists in training and mentoring research personnel.

Education

Bachelor’s Degree / Master’s degree

Job description

Job Details

Job Details The research assistant intermediate carries out experiments as part of a team of bio‑medical researchers to investigate the molecular mechanisms mediating diseases. They will also record and analyze experimental results and collaborate effectively with other team members.

Job Description Summary

The research assistant intermediate carries out experiments as part of a team of bio‑medical researchers to investigate the molecular mechanisms mediating diseases. They will also record and analyze experimental results and collaborate effectively with other team members.

Job Duties

• Interacts with co‑workers, visitors, and other staff consistent with the values of Jefferson.(Do not delete, move or over‑write this statement)
• Performs a variety of analytical and technical laboratory experiments, analysis and other duties as required in the study, research work following established methods as well as developing new procedures and protocols.
• Presents findings of ongoing research at lab meetings, research progress seminars, professional meetings and conferences.
• Conducts literature searches, writes, and co‑authors the results of their research.
• Independently researches in the laboratory in conjunction with principal investigator
• Assists in the training and mentoring of research personnel.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree 2 years experience or Master’s degree, no required experience

Additional Qualifications

Physical Demands Lift and carry 25 lbs. frequent sitting/standing, frequent keyboard use, *patient care providers may be required to perform activities specific to their role including kneeling, bending, squatting and performing CPR.

Job Description Disclaimer

This position description provides the major duties/responsibilities, requirements and working conditions for the position. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current position, however management reserves the right to revise or change as necessary to meet organizational needs. Other responsibilities may be assigned when circumstances require.

Work Shift

Workday Day (United States of America)

Worker Sub Type

Regular Employee Entity Thomas Jefferson University

Primary Location Address

1020 Locust Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States of America Nationally ranked, Jefferson, which is principally located in the greater Philadelphia region, Lehigh Valley and Northeastern Pennsylvania and southern New Jersey, is reimagining health care and higher education to create unparalleled value. Jefferson is more than 65,000 people strong, dedicated to providing the highest‑quality, compassionate clinical care for patients; making our communities healthier and stronger; preparing tomorrow's professional leaders for 21st‑century careers; and creating new knowledge through basic/programmatic, clinical and applied research. Thomas Jefferson University, home of Sidney Kimmel Medical College, Jefferson College of Nursing, and the Kanbar College of Design, Engineering and Commerce, dates back to 1824 and today comprises 10 colleges and three schools offering 200+ undergraduate and graduate programs to more than 8,300 students. Jefferson Health, nationally ranked as one of the top 15 not‑for‑profit health care systems in the country and the largest provider in the Philadelphia and Lehigh Valley areas, serves patients through millions of encounters each year at 32 hospitals campuses and more than 700 outpatient and urgent care locations throughout the region. Jefferson Health Plans is a not‑for‑profit managed health care organization providing a broad range of health coverage options in Pennsylvania and New Jersey for more than 35 years. Jefferson is committed to providing equal educational and employment opportunities for all persons without regard to age, race, color, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, marital status, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, military status, veteran status, handicap or disability or any other protected group or status.

Benefits

• Jefferson offers a comprehensive package of benefits for full‑time and part‑time colleagues, including medical (including prescription), supplemental insurance, dental, vision, life and AD&D insurance, short‑and‑long‑term disability, flexible spending accounts, retirement plans, tuition assistance, as well as voluntary benefits, which provide colleagues with access to group rates on insurance and discounts.
• Colleagues have access to tuition discounts at Thomas Jefferson University after one year of full time service or two years of part time service.
• All colleagues, including those who work less than part‑time (including per diem colleagues, adjunct faculty, and Jeff Temps), have access to medical (including prescription) insurance.

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In keeping with Jefferson's Mission, We Improve Lives, it is our goal to recruit, retain, develop and reward highly‑qualified employees. If you are enthusiastic, caring and dedicated to service excellence, we invite you to consider joining Jefferson. Jefferson encourages its employees to expand their knowledge and develop their careers through growth opportunities and continuing education. With a long standing history, Jefferson has been advancing the medical field from the heart of Center City Philadelphia for nearly 200 years. Our Mission, We Improve Lives, expands to every corner of the organization. From our weekly farmer’s market, to our new Jefferson Accelerator Zone for innovation, our employees’ passion for the community is evident by the daily gestures towards our patients, students and each other.