What are the responsibilities and job description for the Research Associate I position at University of Massachusetts and Careers?
Overview:
Under the direction of the Principal Investigator (PI) or designee, the Research Associate I provides operational support to the laboratory. The Research Associate I will perform research experiments as defined by the PI.
The Li lab is recruiting a Research Associate to perform nucleic acid chemistry to support research projects related to mRNA therapeutics and the Sponsor Research Agreement with Rhodes Therapeutics. The research projects will involve solid-phase nucleic acid synthesis, organic synthesis, LC-MS analysis, NMR, reverse-phase chromatography, and other purification techniques. A bachelor's degree in chemistry is required.
Li lab works on developing platform technologies for mRNA therapeutics. We utilize a wide
range of technologies including biochemistry, chemical biology, directed evolution, and
high-throughput sequencing.
Responsibilities:
Qualifications:
POSITION SUMMARY:
Under the direction of the Principal Investigator (PI) or designee, the Research Associate I provides operational support to the laboratory. The Research Associate I will perform research experiments as defined by the PI.
The Li lab is recruiting a Research Associate to perform nucleic acid chemistry to support research projects related to mRNA therapeutics and the Sponsor Research Agreement with Rhodes Therapeutics. The research projects will involve solid-phase nucleic acid synthesis, organic synthesis, LC-MS analysis, NMR, reverse-phase chromatography, and other purification techniques. A bachelor's degree in chemistry is required.
Li lab works on developing platform technologies for mRNA therapeutics. We utilize a wide
range of technologies including biochemistry, chemical biology, directed evolution, and
high-throughput sequencing.
Responsibilities:
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Perform laboratory experiments and may be responsible for a single research project- Utilize all software relevant to experiment and equipment used
- Interpret data, form conclusions and decide on next steps under the direction of the PI or designee
- Maintain accurate records, may modify protocols with the approval of the PI or designee
- Review literature, publications and grants relevant to assigned projects
- Record results according to established lab, sponsor & university protocol
- Assist with performing data analysis and/or mathematical computations
- Maintain a detailed lab notebook according to lab practice
- Present findings at lab/group meetings
- Monitor laboratory supply levels and order as noted
- Prepare and label buffers, media, solutions, etc.
- Assist with and comply with all safety regulation and infection control standards
- Train on IACUC, IRB, EHS, Radiation safety protocols
- Comply with all applicable state, federal university, and sponsor policies and agreements
- Provide support with identifying problems and challenges, propose resolutions, implement appropriate solutions
- Provide support with drafting standard operation procedures in compliance to EHS regulation specific for the lab
- Perform other duties as required
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Bachelor’s degree in Biological or Natural Science, or equivalent experience- Basic understanding of lab safety and protocols
- Knowledge of Microsoft Office products
- Ability to analyze data in a quantitative and objective manner.
- Ability to work in a team environment
Salary : $40,000 - $43,000