Research Assistant III - Gastroenterology - Abu-El-Haija Lab

The Abu-El-Haija laboratory in the Gastroenterology department is seeking a motivated and team-oriented research assistant to help move our research on pancreas diseases forward. The research assistant will perform basic biospecimen handling, which includes isolating plasma, buffy coat, processing tissues and their preservation, microbiome samples, etc. They will prepare RNA and DNA from each sample, coordinate generation of RNASeq data, RT-PCR for select genes, will coordinate IHC of slides.

They will also perform biochemical experiments (e.g. Western blotting, ELISA, flow cytometry, immunostaining and imaging, etc.), lab maintenance, sample shipping, sample organization. Work with a team of clinical research coordinators with great experience in human subject research.

• Perform experiments and record data - Follow established research protocols. Understand the scientific principles involved in the research. Apply those principles to troubleshoot and modify procedures and techniques when appropriate. Maintain accurate and detailed records of all laboratory work and experiments. Analyze data and perform statistical and graphical analysis of data. Design and execute daily laboratory experiments in coordination with senior laboratory personnel.
  
  Apply standard protocols to specific experiments. Assists in training post doctoral fellows, graduate students, and junior laboratory personnel in laboratory techniques and equipment. Capable of directing an undergraduate trainee in simple, well-established procedures. Maintains an active role in laboratory's meetings, presentations, and publications. Contributes material for reports, publications, journal articles, and abstracts. Able to orally present data in group presentations.

• Research and improve current methods - Utilize internal and external resources to reproduce, evaluate, research, and improve techniques, bring in new techniques or modify existing techniques. Evaluate innovative techniques

• Serve as a Resource - Demonstrate competence in specific knowledge, skills and behaviors. Effectively communicate with team members and contribute to their growth by sharing knowledge, experience, and skills. Stay abreast of changes in key systems. Serve as a resource to the department in specific area(s).

• Lab Administration - Troubleshoot and correct erroneous results or problems with laboratory equipment. Troubleshoot and/or make modifications as necessary to established procedures. Maintain inventory of laboratory supplies and equipment. Maintain cell cultures. Operate standard laboratory equipment. Willing and able to assist in daily operations of the laboratory including answering phone, maintaining lab supplies, organization, and cleanliness. Maintains optimal protocol and assay accuracy by conducting regular quality checks.
  
  Provides appropriate safety monitoring checks as assigned (radiation safety, biosafety, etc.)

• Customer Service - Maintain/manage strong working relationships with clients, colleagues, and other key stakeholders. Respond to requests quickly and effectively. Identify and understand customer needs and expectations and meets them. Communicate any relevant information to clients, colleagues, and other key stakeholders

• Bachelor's degree in a related field AND 1 year of work experience in a related job discipline OR Master's degree in a related field

Primary Location Burnet Campus

Schedule Full time

Shift Day (United States of America)

Department Gastroenterology

Employee Status Regular

FTE 1

Weekly Hours 40

* Expected Starting Pay Range

$50,544.00 - $62,150.40

• Medical coverage starting day one of employment. View employee benefits here.
• Competitive retirement plans
• Tuition reimbursement for continuing education
• Expansive employee discount programs through our many community partners
• Shift Differential, Weekend Differential, and Weekend Option Pay Programs for qualified positions
• Support through Employee Resource Groups such as African American Professionals Advisory Council, Asian Cultural and Professional Group, EQUAL - LGBTQA Resource…