Research Associate I - Worcester, Massachusetts, United States - University of Massachusetts Medical School

Description

Overview:

POSITION SUMMARY:

Under the direction of the Principal Investigator or Designee, the Research Associate I performs a variety of complex research experiments.

Responsibilities:

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Perform laboratory experiments and may be responsible for a single research project

Utilize all software relevant to experiment and equipment used

Interpret data, form conclusions and decide on next steps under the direction of the PI or designee

Maintain accurate records, may modify protocols with the approval of the PI or designee

Review literature, publications and grants relevant to assigned projects

Record results according to established lab, sponsor & university protocol

Assist with performing data analysis and/or mathematical computations

Maintain a detailed lab notebook according to lab practice

Present findings at lab/group meetings

Monitor laboratory supply levels and order as noted

Prepare and label buffers, media, solutions, etc.

Assist with and comply with all safety regulation and infection control standards

Train on IACUC, IRB, EHS, Radiation safety protocols

Comply with all applicable state, federal university, and sponsor policies and agreements

Provide support with identifying problems and challenges, propose resolutions, implement appropriate solutions

Provide support with drafting standard operation procedures in compliance to EHS regulation specific for the lab

Perform other duties as required


Qualifications:

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Bachelor's degree in Biological or Natural Science, or equivalent experience

Basic understanding of lab safety and protocols

Knowledge of Microsoft Office products

Ability to analyze data in a quantitative and objective manner.

Ability to work in a team environment


SUPERVISION RECEIVED:
Under the direction of the Principal Investigator, or designee


SUPERVISION EXERCISED:
May functionally supervise Lab Technicians and Aides


ENVIRONMENTAL WORKING CONDITIONS:
Wet chemistry laboratory, and may require appropriate contact with biohazards, radionuclides, toxins, animals, and human specimens.


Additional Information:
A Research Associate position is available in the laboratory of Dr.

Fiachra Humphries in the newly formed Division of Innate Immunity in the Department of Medicine at the University of Massachusetts Chan Medical School, located in Worcester MA.

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Research in the Humphries lab is focused on characterizing how immunometabolic pathways can regulate cell death responses in the context of autoimmunity, tumorigenesis and neurodegeneration.