Research Associate I - Per Diem

UMass Med School; Worcester (MA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

UMass Med School in Worcester, MA seeks a Research Associate I - Per Diem to assist in laboratory research on a defined project. The position is per diem and non-exempt, located in US-MA-Worcester.

Responsibilities include conducting experiments, using software related to equipment, recording results, analyzing data, and presenting findings. The role requires a Bachelor's degree in biological or natural sciences and teamwork.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Biological or Natural Science or equivalent experience.
• Basic understanding of lab safety and protocols.
• Ability to analyze data in a quantitative and objective manner.
• Ability to work in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform laboratory experiments and may be responsible for a single research project
• Utilize all software relevant to experiment and equipment used
• Interpret data, form conclusions and decide on next steps under the direction of the PI or designee
• Maintain accurate records, may modify protocols with the approval of the PI or designee
• Review literature, publications and grants relevant to assigned projects
• Record results according to established lab, sponsor & university protocol
• Assist with performing data analysis and/or mathematical computations
• Maintain a detailed lab notebook according to lab practice
• Present findings at lab/group meetings
• Monitor laboratory supply levels and order as noted
• Prepare and label buffers, media, solutions, etc.
• Assist with and comply with all safety regulation and infection control standards
• Train on IACUC, IRB, EHS, Radiation safety protocols
• Comply with all applicable state, federal university, and sponsor policies and agreements
• Provide support with identifying problems and challenges, propose resolutions, implement appropriate solutions
• Provide support with drafting standard operation procedures in compliance to EHS regulation specific for the lab
• Perform other duties as required

Skills

Data analysis

Teamwork

Lab safety basics

Record-keeping

Education

Bachelor's degree in Biological or Natural Science

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Research Associate I - Per Diem

Location & Salary

• Job Location: US-MA-Worcester
• Position Type: Perdiem
• Shift: Non Exempt
• Minimum Salary: USD $19.23/Hr.
• Maximum Salary: USD $20.67/Hr.

Responsibilities

• Perform laboratory experiments and may be responsible for a single research project
• Utilize all software relevant to experiment and equipment used
• Interpret data, form conclusions and decide on next steps under the direction of the PI or designee
• Maintain accurate records, may modify protocols with the approval of the PI or designee
• Review literature, publications and grants relevant to assigned projects
• Record results according to established lab, sponsor & university protocol
• Assist with performing data analysis and/or mathematical computations
• Maintain a detailed lab notebook according to lab practice
• Present findings at lab/group meetings
• Monitor laboratory supply levels and order as noted
• Prepare and label buffers, media, solutions, etc.
• Assist with and comply with all safety regulation and infection control standards
• Train on IACUC, IRB, EHS, Radiation safety protocols
• Comply with all applicable state, federal university, and sponsor policies and agreements
• Provide support with identifying problems and challenges, propose resolutions, implement appropriate solutions
• Provide support with drafting standard operation procedures in compliance to EHS regulation specific for the lab
• Perform other duties as required

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Biological or Natural Science, or equivalent experience
• Basic understanding of lab safety and protocols
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office products
• Ability to analyze data in a quantitative and objective manner.
• Ability to work in a team environment