Research Assistant II

Bachelor’s degree in biomedical engineering, biology, immunology, microbiology or other related fields
Demonstrable competency or hands-on experience in one or more of the following areas: tissue culture, 3D organoid culture, design and fabrication of 3D materials, molecular biology work, bacterial culture, immunophenotyping assays, or microfluidic fabrication
Experience required is 6 months to 1 year

Identifies problems, troubleshoots and analyzes variations observed and reported in regular testing protocols; modifies, refines or adapts techniques and procedures; modifies and/or adjusts quality control measures
Monitors documentation of results; reviews and recognizes documentation which may lead to modification and adaptation of research methodologies; may collaborate with others
Plans and monitors resources needed to operate the laboratory; maintains inventory control; coordinates space, field, equipment and/or facilities; may monitor expenditures
Leads exchange of research information through demonstration and instruction
Executes designated research tasks, making use of selected experiments, equipment, field work, library research, data acquisition and processing, statistical analysis or other investigative techniques
May troubleshoot and modify experimental methods as well as perform data analysis functions
Organizes and summarizes acquired data, using scientific and statistical techniques including computer programs
Organizes and/or drafts material for the preparation of research papers, manuscripts, or other documents for publication and/or presentation
Assists in grant writing and proposal development
Conducts multiple experiments and is responsible for maintenance of equipment used in those experiments. Is organized, responsible and reports results clearly and efficiently to supervisor.