Research Assistant: Lab Research & Data Analysis

Saint Louis University; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Saint Louis University in Missouri seeks a Research Assistant to support investigators by performing moderately complex research and routine lab duties. Responsibilities include setting up and operating spectrophotometers and other equipment, preparing culture media, processing data, and performing clerical tasks.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in science, knowledge of RT-PCR and histology, and strong data recording and computer skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in science or closely related field is required.
• Knowledge of RT-PCR, histology, and mRNA extraction.
• Knowledge of culture media, chemicals, and reagents preparation.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Attention to detail and ability to maintain records.

Responsibilities

• Assist with research projects; plan and implement experiments; prepare media and reagents; administer injections.
• Operate spectrophotometer, fraction collectors, centrifuges, incubators, homogenizers, and microscopes.
• Perform clerical duties: typing, answering phones, preparing correspondence, bibliographies, and forms.
• Record procedures and results; manage data entry and file records; maintain inventories.

Skills

Lab techniques

RT-PCR

Histology

mRNA extraction

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in science

Tools

Spectrophotometer

Centrifuges

Incubators

Microscopes

Chromatography

Electrophoresis

Job description

Saint Louis University in Missouri seeks a Research Assistant to support investigators by performing moderately complex research and routine lab duties. Responsibilities include setting up and operating spectrophotometers and other equipment, preparing culture media, processing data, and performing clerical tasks.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in science, knowledge of RT-PCR and histology, and strong data recording and computer skills.