RESEARCHER ASSISTANT

UAB group; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 23,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Alabama at Birmingham, Med - Infectious Diseases, is seeking a Researcher Assistant to support diverse lab activities under supervision. The role involves performing standard research tasks, processing samples, basic data analysis, and maintaining accurate records to support publications and grant submissions.

This position is onsite, day shift, with an hourly rate in the mid-range for entry-level research staff in Birmingham.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in a related field or high school diploma with two years of related experience.
• Work experience may not substitute for education requirement.

Responsibilities

• Perform sample processing, basic data analysis, and maintain accurate records.
• Support senior researchers and execute standard protocols to facilitate project progress.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Teamwork

Education

Associate's degree

High School diploma or GED + 2 years' related experience

Job description

Job Description - RESEARCHER ASSISTANT (T234456)

RESEARCHER ASSISTANT - ( T234456 )

Description

Position Summary

The University of Alabama at Birmingham, Med - Infectious Diseases, is in search of a dedicated Researcher Assistant to join their team. A Researcher Assistant is needed to perform in various areas of support under close supervision of experienced researchers. This role will generate and validate data of sufficient quality for project development, publications, grant submissions, and perform various support functions in a research laboratory.

General Responsibilities

As a Researcher Assistant, you will contribute to the daily operations of research projects under the close supervision of experienced researchers. This role involves performing standard research tasks, including sample processing, basic data analysis, and maintaining accurate records. Your support will be crucial in helping senior team members execute complex protocols and ensuring the smooth functioning of the lab. Depending on the research focus, this position may involve research collaborator contact, research animal contact, and/or specimens.

Perform other duties as assigned.

Hourly Range

$ 16.50- $ 26.80

Qualifications

Associate's degree in a related field OR High School diploma or GED and two (2) years of related experience required. Work experience may NOT substitute for education requirement.

Preferences

Two years of related lab experience preferred.

Key Skills

• Ability to work as part of a team.

UAB is an Equal Employment/Equal Educational Opportunity Institution dedicated to providing equal opportunities and equal access to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, sex (including pregnancy), genetic information, age, disability, and veteran's status. As required by Title IX, UAB prohibits sex discrimination in any education program or activity that it operates. Individuals may report concerns or questions to UAB's Assistant Vice President and Senior Title IX Coordinator. The Title IX notice of nondiscrimination is located at uab.edu/titleix.

Primary Location

University

Job Category

Scientific Research

Organization

311402400 Med - Infectious Diseases

Employee Status

Regular

Shift : Day/1st Shift

Work Arrangement (final schedule to be determined by the department/hiring manager) : Onsite