Research Assistant: Lab Research, Histology & Data Analysis

Howard University College of Medicine; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 58,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Wellness programs

Commuter benefits

Job summary

Howard University Research Assistant position in Washington, DC, offers opportunity to perform advanced research under a Principal Investigator. The role emphasizes independent laboratory work, data analysis, literature reviews, and contribution to grant applications.

Collaboration with staff and supervision of junior researchers are expected. The position requires a Bachelor's degree in science and at least five years of research experience, with supervisory experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Science or related field.
• Minimum five years of research experience with data analysis and computers.
• Five years of laboratory supervisory experience preferred.
• Knowledge of biological science, biochemistry and molecular biology.
• Experience supporting grant applications and literature reviews.

Responsibilities

• Histological assessment in animals and related laboratory work.
• Develop plans for research projects with PI and draft manuscripts.
• Calibrate and troubleshoot laboratory equipment and procedures.
• Collect data through observation and experiments using technical instruments.
• Maintain thorough lab notebooks and manage inventories.

Skills

Data analysis

Molecular biology

Lab supervision

Biological science

Computers in research

Education

Bachelor's degree in science

Job description

Howard University Research Assistant position in Washington, DC, offers opportunity to perform advanced research under a Principal Investigator. The role emphasizes independent laboratory work, data analysis, literature reviews, and contribution to grant applications.

Collaboration with staff and supervision of junior researchers are expected. The position requires a Bachelor's degree in science and at least five years of research experience, with supervisory experience preferred.