Research Assistant 1

Working under moderate supervision, the Research Assistant 1 will perform research work within the lab, whose focus is chemical biology and drug discovery. This position will implement established cell-based assay protocols to support collaborative projects seeking to validate new therapeutic targets in cancer. The research assistant will work closely with the principal investigator, laboratory members and the adjacent Small Molecule Drug Development (SMDD) Core.

Perform research work involving use of lab skills. Implement established cell based assay protocols to evaluate small molecules relevant to cancer. (55%)
Conduct analysis of assay samples. Work closely with the principal investigator to analyze newly-generated samples using standard analytical methods. (10%)
Record results from cell-based assays and share data with laboratory members and Small Molecule Drug Development Core staff. (10%)
Maintain records of experiments. Keep detailed procedures and summaries of all cell-based experiments using an established e-notebook system. (10%)
Maintain test equipment utilized in experiments. Perform routine lab maintenance, including standard maintenance of small instruments. (10%)

Order laboratory supplies. Maintain all standard reagents and supplies used in the execution of project-specific assays. (5%)
Perform other duties as assigned. (