Research Associate (Laboratory Manager)

Rhode Island College; Providence (RI); On-site; USD 34,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Rhode Island College is seeking a Research Associate (Laboratory Manager) to conduct vital biomedical research in a grant-funded position. The successful candidate will explore the function of DNA Polymerase Beta in melanoma while overseeing laboratory operations and collaborating with students at Bryant University. Candidates should hold a Bachelor's Degree in Chemistry or Biology and have at least two years of laboratory experience.

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years' experience working in a laboratory setting.
• Experience in protein expression, purification, cloning, biochemical assays, and/or working with zebrafish.

Responsibilities

• Perform basic biomedical research on DNA Polymerase Beta and its role in melanoma.
• Manage laboratory activities and coordinate student schedules.
• Maintain cell lines and chemical inventories.

Skills

Knowledge of basic molecular techniques

Strong communication skills

Strong organizational and managerial skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Chemistry or Biology

Job description

Position Status & Special Application Instructions

Posting Number NC00754 Benefits Eligible? Yes Section Academic Affairs Number of Positions Available 1 Anticipated Start Date or Semester Posting Date 06/06/2025 Position Status grant-funded Union Status non-union End of Temporary or Limited Position 04/30/2026 Priority given to applicants who apply by Closing Date Open Until Filled Yes Special Instructions/Information for Applicants

Posting Details

Classification Information

Salary Grade / Rank Not Applicable Proposed Starting Salary Range $34,580 Benefits FLSA Exempt Branch of Service non-classified AA / ADA Statement

As an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity institution that values and is committed to inclusion and to expanding the diversity of its faculty and staff, the College invites members of protected classes, including minorities and persons with disabilities, to identify themselves as such at the time of application.

Position Information

Position Title Research Associate (Laboratory Manager) Career Ladder Eligible? No Career Ladder Path Department Name RI-INBRE Grant - Physical Sciences Department Full Time / Part Time full-time Scheduled Work Week / Hours / Area

Full-time, 35-hours per week

Academic or Calendar Year calendar Number of Employees Supervised 0 Position Overview

The research associate will perform basic biomedical research to explore the function of DNA Polymerase Beta and its role in Melanoma. This position reports directly to the PI and assists in managing all laboratory activities both at RIC and Bryant University. In addition, the Research Associate will have an independent research project that meets the objectives of the RI-INBRE grant proposed by the PI.

Primary Purpose

The research associate will perform basic biomedical research to explore the function of DNA Polymerase Beta and its role in Melanoma. This position reports directly to the PI and assists in managing all laboratory activities both at RIC and Brown University. In addition, the Research Associate will have an independent research project that meets the objectives of the RI-INBRE grant proposed by the PI.

Essential Duties

• Study the role of DNA Polymerase Theta in melanoma using a variety of cellular, biochemical, and biophysical techniques.
• Coordinate student schedules (including collaborations at Bryant University) and laboratory activities.
• Maintain cell lines, express and purify recombinant protein.
• Maintain chemical and biological inventory.
• Establish and maintain transgenic zebrafish colony
  
  

Occasional Duties

• Assist in the ordering of supplies from vendors.
• Maintain instruments.
• Uphold strict chemical safety practices.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the PI.
• Occasional fish husbandry duties including feedings, cleanings, etc.
  
  

Required Skills, Knowledge, And Abilities

• Knowledge of basic molecular techniques.
• Strong communication skills.
• Strong organizational and managerial skills
  
  

Required Qualifications

Education: Bachelor's Degree in Chemistry or Biology

Experience

• A minimum of two years' experience working in a laboratory setting.
• Experience in protein expression, purification, cloning, biochemical assays. and/or working with zebrafish.
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in Chemistry or Biology

Environmental Conditions

The employee routinely handles recombinant DNA, prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells, zebrafish, electronic and other scientific equipment and chemicals appropriate to the discipline.