Research Assistant — Lab Research & Data Analysis

HU101 The Howard University; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 58,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Mental health support

PTO & holidays

Flexible work arrangements

Tuition reimbursement

Career advancement

Commuter benefits

Job summary

Howard University in Washington, DC seeks a Research Assistant to support a Principal Investigator in conducting advanced experiments and analyses.

You will perform diverse laboratory tasks, develop procedures, interpret results, train staff, assist with grants, and prepare publications while ensuring safety and compliance.

The role emphasizes collaboration with the PI, meticulous record-keeping, and staying current with relevant literature.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Science or related field.
• Minimum five (5) years of research experience conducting data analysis and using computers.
• Five years research and supervisory experience in a laboratory environment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Independently perform a wide range of highly technical and complex research and laboratory tests and procedures.
• Devise highly specialized research procedures by applying knowledge of advanced research techniques and equipment.
• Provide input and recommend alternative approaches to research protocols.
• Analyze and interpret the results of studies.
• Train research staff in specialized procedures and theoretical concepts for unique tests.
• Assist in grant and other funding application preparation.
• Review literature for related research developments and techniques.
• Prepare written materials, charts and graphs on specialized techniques and research results for publication or presentation.
• Monitor the handling, storage and disposal of hazardous substances.

Skills

Data analysis

Laboratory supervision

Biological science knowledge

Molecular biology techniques

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Science or related field

Tools

Statistical software

Job description

Howard University in Washington, DC seeks a Research Assistant to support a Principal Investigator in conducting advanced experiments and analyses.

You will perform diverse laboratory tasks, develop procedures, interpret results, train staff, assist with grants, and prepare publications while ensuring safety and compliance.

The role emphasizes collaboration with the PI, meticulous record-keeping, and staying current with relevant literature.