Soc/Clin Research Assistant

University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill; North Carolina; On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is seeking a Temporary Research Assistant to perform microbiome research in a laboratory setting. The position involves cultivation of microbiological samples, routine technical procedures, and maintaining laboratory records. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's degree and relevant lab experience, with a focus on teamwork and communication skills.

Benefits

Professional training opportunities

Retail and restaurant discounts

Special rates for performing arts events

Qualifications

• Experience in laboratory research and microbiology.
• Ability to work with fecal and sewage samples.
• Flexible work schedule for evening or weekend work.

Responsibilities

• Perform microbiome research and technical laboratory procedures.
• Cultivate archaea and bacteria from human and animal samples.
• Maintain laboratory notebooks and prepare reports.

Skills

Excellent communication

Lab maintenance

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Laboratory Information Management Systems

Flow cytometer

Anaerobic chambers

Job description

Monday – Thursday, 7hours/day, or flexible if needed; average 28-30h/week. This is an in-person, on campus position.

One of the best college towns and best places to live in the United States, Chapel Hill has diverse social, cultural, recreation and professional opportunities that span the campus and community.

University employees can choose from a wide range of professional training opportunities for career growth, skill development and lifelong learning and enjoy exclusive perks that include numerous retail and restaurant discounts, savings on local child care centers and special rates for performing arts events.

Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit

Our mission is to improve the health and well-being of North Carolinians and others whom we serve. We accomplish this by providing leadership and excellence in the interrelated areas of patient care, education and research.

Patient care: We promote health and provide superb clinical care while maintaining our strong tradition of reaching underserved populations and reducing health disparities across North Carolina and beyond.

Education: We prepare tomorrow`s healthcare professionals and biomedical researchers from all backgrounds by facilitating learning within innovative and integrated curricula and team-oriented interprofessional education to ensure a highly skilled workforce.

Research: We develop and support a rich array of outstanding health sciences research programs, centers and resources. We provide infrastructure and opportunities for collaboration among disciplines throughout and beyond our university to support outstanding research. We foster programs in the areas of basic, translational, mechanistic and population research.

Position Summary

This Temporary Research Assistant will perform microbiome research in a laboratory setting with the following job duties:
* Performs cultivation of archaea and bacteria from both human- and rumen-associated samples.
* Performs routine technical laboratory procedures in molecular biology and microbiology that includes but not limited to PCR , flow cytometry, and extractions of DNA , RNA , and protein.
* Maintains laboratory notebooks, records, and analyzes experimental data.
* Assists in the preparation of laboratory reports and manuscripts.
* Assists in operating and maintaining anaerobic chambers, biosafety cabinets, flow cytometer, plate readers, spectrophotometers, and other laboratory equipment as needed.
* Assists in training users of shared equipment located in the laboratory.
* Follows established procedures and properly record results.
* Helps with laboratory management.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements

Bachelor’s degree; or equivalent combination of training and experience. All degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.

Required Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience

Able to work alone and as part of a highly collaborative team.
Excellent interpersonal skills that include oral and written communication skills.
Flexibility with work schedule to occasionally work evenings or weekends.
Able to work with intestinal, fecal, and sewage samples.
Able to help with animal experiments.

Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience

* Laboratory experience.
* Experience in anaerobic microbiology research and the Hungate techniques.
* Experience in operating anaerobic chambers, flow cytometers, and gas cylinders.
* Experience in using Laboratory Information Management Systems.

Special Physical/Mental Requirements

Campus Security Authority Responsibilities

Office of Human Resources Contact Information

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Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

The University is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes all to apply without regard to age, color, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Optional and Required Documents

Required Documents

Curriculum Vitae / Resume

List of References

Optional Documents

Cover Letter

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * Do you have experience in a research laboratory?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Briefly describe your laboratory maintenance and inventory experience.

  (Open Ended Question)

• * Please describe your experience working in a microbiology lab and list relevant skills.

  (Open Ended Question)

• * Please describe your experience working in a sequencing lab and list relevant skills.

  (Open Ended Question)

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