Research Aide And Interviewer

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Job Title:

Research Aide and Interviewer

Department:

Engineering | Biomedical Engineering

Research Technician to assist and communicate with Principal Investigator (PI) Katelyn Swindle-Reilly in management of the research lab and lab experiments. The laboratory works on innovative translational research using polymers for biomaterials and drug delivery applications.

Assists with experiment set up and operation in a laboratory located in the Department of Biomedical Engineering; assists with preparation of cell and tissue culture, polymer processing and/or synthesis, and drug release assays for experiments to be performed; documents standard operating protocols developed by PI, organizes equipment for research experiments, potentially preparing in vivo models, and basic data collection for further analysis by PI; assists in supporting other laboratory members and students; manages and maintains laboratory equipment, performs administrative tasks which includes ensuring lab safety inspections are performed in accordance with PI guidelines, maintains stock reagents and solutions; orders supplies and equipment; maintains laboratory website and manages laboratory communications on social media. Performs additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Required: High School graduate or Associate Degree in (Biology, Chemistry, Neuroscience, Physics or Equivalent) or Engineering (Biomedical, Chemical, Materials, or Equivalent) or an equivalent combination of education or experience required; 6 months previous experience with wet laboratory work; Ability to work with other researchers and communicate clearly in a group setting.

Desired:

Cell culture skills, polymer; Ability to translate, adapt and apply academic or practical knowledge to research.

Additional Information:

The target hiring range for this job profile is $15.00 - $19.71 per hour, paid biweekly. The actual salary paid to an individual will vary based on multiple factors, including but not limit to, education, years of experience, internal equity, etc.

Location:

Fontana Laboratories (1018)

Position Type:

Term (Fixed Term)

Scheduled Hours:

40

Shift:

First Shift

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