Research Associate , Clinical Microbiology R&D

Description

The Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Staff Research Associate II (SRA II) to support the Clinical Microbiology Research & Development (R&D) program. This position plays a critical role in supporting industry sponsored research projects as well as academic research conducted by clinical post-doctoral fellows and faculty.

In this role, you will perform complex laboratory procedures, support study execution, and contribute to data analysis and scientific reporting within a regulated clinical research environment.

Duties include:

• Serve as a primary contact with research sponsors
• Process clinical and research samples in accordance with laboratory and study protocols.
• Prepare reagents and materials required for experimental procedures.
• Maintain accurate and detailed documentation of experimental methods, results, and deviations.
• Perform data entry and data analysis, including use of Microsoft Excel and other data tools.
• Maintain, troubleshoot, and perform routine maintenance and minor repairs on laboratory instruments.

Salary Range: $31.23 - $50.24/hour

• At least one year of professional molecular and/or microbiology laboratory experience (e.g. PCR library prep, sequencing, conventional culture methods, gram stain preparation and interpretation, handling of human clinical specimens, handling of microorganisms such as bacteria, viruses, and/or fungi).
• Flexibility to work alternative days or shifts based on operational and research needs.
• Excellent customer service skills, with the ability to work collaboratively with sponsors, faculty, and laboratory staff.