Job Description
General Description
Under the Princial Investigator supervision, the research assistant will assist with laboratory and investigative procedures. The lab uses a combination of genetic, molecular, and cellular biological approaches in the genetically tractable model organism of C. elegans. The research assistant will carry out genetics, imaging experiments, and other technical duties to assist with the research activities of the laboratory and will be required to work with C. elegans.
Other Duties
Prepares and maintains detailed records, logs and summary reports of all procedures and results including graphs, scientific calculations, and statistical analysis charting.
Responsible for animal husbandry, and genotyping of C. elegans.
May perform routine molecular biology laboratory procedures, such as PCR, protein and DNA electrophoresis, cloning and DNA preparation.
May run routine biochemistry assays including western blotting and RT-PCR.
May perform microscopic imaging analyses.
Ensures a clean working area and is responsible for washing and storing glassware.
Ensures that safe laboratory practices are followed, including the use and disposal of chemicals and hazardous materials.
Analyzes data using computer software and reports results to the principle investigator(s).
May order supplies/equipment/reagents as authorized or ensure that needs are escalated appropriately. Receives supply orders and confirms accuracy of delivery. May assist with cost control.
Ensures that facilities and equipment are in optimal and proper working condition. Coordinates preventative maintenance and repairs as needed. May perform minor repairs if qualified and as needed. May advise on upgrades for performance enhancements.
Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree in Biology or Chemistry (Biochemistry, Cellular and Developmental Biology).
Some bench lab related experience.
Minimum two-year commitment due to a substantial training effort associated with the position.
RFCUNY Benefits
RFCUNY Employee Benefits and AccrualsAbout the Research Foundation
The Research Foundation of The City University of New York (RFCUNY) was established as a not-for-profit educational corporation chartered by the State of New York in 1963. RFCUNY supports CUNY faculty and staff in identifying and obtaining external support (pre-award) from government and private sponsors and is responsible for the administration of all such funded programs (post-award).
RFCUNY stands between CUNY’s principal investigators (PIs) and the sponsors who support them and strives to fulfill its essential responsibilities to both groups. Working closely with individual PIs and Grants Officers on the campuses, RFCUNY oversees employment, accounting, audit, reporting, purchasing, and special responsibilities that include management of a planned giving program; liaison with governmental agencies and foundations; negotiation of agreements; facility construction and renovation; protection and commercialization of intellectual property; and compliance with applicable standards in research involving human subjects, animal care, environmental and radiological safety, and conflicts of interest.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
Key Features
Biology
Full Time
$35,000.00 - $42,000.00
Oct 31, 2022 (Or Until Filled)