Job Description
We are looking to add a Research Assistant to our growing team. This is an onsite position with a great team that is growing and looking to add an additional member. Bachelors Degree is required.
Overview
The Research Assistant is responsible for performing various laboratory procedures, basic research, lab maintenance, and administrative duties under the direction of a Principal Investigator. This role also involves training and overseeing less experienced personnel.
The Research Assistant is responsible for the general day-to-day operations of the biorepository, including:
- Ensuring compliance with the Biorepository Quality Management program and quality improvement initiatives.
- Adhering to BSWRI, BSWH, and Biorepository Safety Programs.
- Managing biospecimen processes, including:
- Receipt
- Processing
- Aliquoting
- Accessioning into Freezerworks
- Labeling
- Curation of sample quality metadata
- Freezing and storage
- Shipping
- Inventory management
- Performing general laboratory maintenance in accordance with SOPs.
- Conducting quality control/assurance functions, including maintaining temperature logs.
- Assisting in the development and execution of SOPs.
- Documenting protocol deviations.
- Performing optional phlebotomy procedures.
- Teaching lab protocols and safety procedures to other lab members.
- Participating in lab meetings.
- Assisting with administrative duties such as supply requisitioning, scheduling equipment services, distributing work assignments, and monitoring expenditures.
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