Description

Job Title: Research Assistant
Department: Division of Research
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Location: Philadelphia, PA

Position Summary
The research assistant performs a variety of support activities for laboratory experiments. Working in close collaboration with principal investigators, faculty and other laboratory staff, the incumbent actively participates in most phases of experimentation, including pre- and post- actions, and shares responsibility for their successful implementation. Key support activities include equipment management, specimen handling, documentation and reporting, and maintaining safety and environment

ESSENTIAL SUTIES AND RESPONSIBLITIES
\t• Collect experimental data using approved software, tools, and procedures, as needed, and in accordance with established procedures and good laboratory practices.
\t• Perform regular and ad hoc maintenance of laboratory equipment and materials, including cleaning, troubleshooting, and storage, in accordance with established procedures and guidelines.
\t• Assist with conducting regular and ad hoc inventory assessments of laboratory equipment and materials; order additional equipment and materials, as directed by researchers and laboratory managers
\t• Handle experiment-related equipment and materials, including laboratory animals, in accordance with requirements and standards. This includes pre- and post-experiment activities such as equipment setup, assembly and disassembly, storage, and general maintenance.
\t• Attend experiment-related meetings, as required.
\t• Stay abreast of developments and trends related to research practices, laboratory equipment, and safety and compliance, including conducting extended academic research on research-related topics, as needed.
\t• Perform other duties as requested or assigned.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS
Education
Bachelor's degree in a life sciences field, such as biology or chemistry.