Brown University — Research Assistant
Filed in Professional on May 9, 2023
Job Description:
The Research Assistant position will focus on assisting the laboratory with making progress toward its experimental goals. The Research Assistant will conduct research, record, analyze and interpret data and coordinate manuscript preparation. This position is expected to work closely with graduate students and postdocs to assist in their projects as needed, as well as present their research findings in meetings and conferences. The Research Assistant will also be responsible for placing orders, lab organization, as well as coordinating IACUC protocol submission and animal colony management.
This Research Assistant position is expected to start in May 2023.
The Chellappa lab is interested in understanding the interactions between the host and microbiome in driving cellular metabolism and host phenotypes in aging and age-related diseases. The lab uses a range of techniques, including 16S sequencing, metagenomics, metabolomics, and CRISPR screens in bacteria, cell culture, and mouse models. The mission of the lab is to train next-generation scientists to conduct rigorous research and equip them with skill sets to advance their careers.
This is fixed term position with a current end date of 5/31/2025, which may be extended based upon available funding.
Job Qualifications
Grade 7
Education and Experience
- Bachelor’s Degree with prior related experience or extensive coursework required
- And/or the equivalent combination or education and experience
- Experience in biochemistry, chemistry, or mass spectrometry with an interest in wet lab research is preferred
Job Competencies
- Interest in scientific research
- Ability to support the lab group and to interact with a diverse range of individuals
- Excellent organizational, record keeping, task prioritization, and report preparation skills
- Outstanding problem-solving skills, ability to implement solutions
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to present complex data in clear presentations
- Proficiency with computers and essential software programs (e.g. MS office, R studio etc.)
- Ability to collect and analyze data
- Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively with a diverse group of people, with vastly different skills and training
- Possesses a willingness and ability to support a diverse and inclusive campus community
Grade 8
Education and Experience
- Bachelor’s Degree and 1-2 years of experience required
- And/or, the equivalent combination or education and experience
- A background in molecular biology/ biochemistry or chemistry with an interest in wet lab research is preferred.
- Research experience in molecular biology/ cell culture/ animal work is preferred.
- Experience in liquid chromatography and/ or mass spectrometry is preferred.
Job Competencies
- Interest in scientific research
- Ability to support the lab group and to interact with a diverse range of individuals
- Excellent organizational, record keeping, task prioritization, and report preparation skills
- Outstanding problem-solving skills, ability to implement solutions
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to present complex data in clear presentations
- Proficiency with computers and essential software programs (e.g. MS office, R studio, etc.)
- Ability to collect and analyze data
- Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively with a diverse group of people, with vastly different skills and training
- Possesses a willingness and ability to support a diverse and inclusive campus community
Criminal and Education Background Check Required
Recruiting Start Date:
2023-02-03
Job Posting Title:
Research Assistant
Department:
Department of Molecular Microbiology and Immunology
Grade:
Grade 7
Worker Type:
Employee
Worker Sub-Type:
Fixed Term (Fixed Term)
Time Type:
Full time
Scheduled Weekly Hours:
37.5
Position Classification:
Onsite
Submission Guidelines:
Please note that in order to be considered an applicant for any staff position at Brown University you must submit an application form for each position for which you believe you are qualified. Applications are not kept on file for future positions. Please include a cover letter and resume with each position application.
Vaccination Requirements:
In order to maintain 90% or greater universal vaccination rates on campus, all newly hired employees at Brown University must receive the final dose of the COVID-19 vaccine before they begin work, unless they are approved for a medical or religious exemption. All employees must also receive a COVID-19 booster within thirty (30) days of becoming eligible. For more information, please visit the Healthy Brown site.
Still Have Questions?
If you have any questions you may contact employment@brown.edu.
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