Description
The Department of Microbiology, Immunology and Infectious Diseases in the Cumming School of Medicine invites applications for two (2) Research Assistant(s). This Fixed Term Recurring Part-time position is for approximately 3 months (based on length of grant funding), with the possibility of extension.
Recurring Part-time employees are hourly employees engaged to perform work on an irregular schedule.
Reporting to the Principal Investigator.
Summary of Key Responsibilities (job functions include but are not limited to):
- Responsible for accurate, organized and reproducible data acquisition
- Successfully implement an established research proposal
- Provide assistance with the development and implementation of animal care and project protocols; Assist with the design and implementation of research methods, including standard operating procedures and data collection protocols in consultation with the PI
- Work as a team member with PIs, technical staff, and other trainees
- Keep a daily laboratory notebook of all activities
- Prepare weekly written summaries, tables, and graphics of research results for project reports, posters and scientific presentations, and for manuscripts for publication
Qualifications / Requirements:
- Familiarity with basic laboratory equipment
- Knowledge of immunology, molecular biology
- Strong interpersonal and organizational skills
- Demonstrated team and customer service skills, and an ability to exercise judgment within established guidelines
- Must be detailed oriented and perform basic tasks with a high degree of accuracy
- Ability to follow strict laboratory methodologies routinely
- Responsive to the requirements of other researchers in a laboratory setting
- Proven ability to work in a team environment
Application Deadline: May 7, 2025
We would like to thank all applicants in advance for submitting their resumes. Please note, only those candidates chosen to continue on through the selection process will be contacted.
This position is part of the AUPE bargaining unit, and falls under the General Job Family, Phase 1.
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