Research Assistant

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Mission Statement:
Meharry Medical College is a global academic health sciences center advancing health equity through innovative research, transformative education, exceptional and compassionate health services and policy-influencing thought leadership. True to its legacy, Meharry empowers diverse populations to improve the well-being of humankind.

This position works under occasional supervision. Assignments are at the specialized scientific research level requiring independent judgment. Assist in publishing articles and papers; supervises and trains lower level classifications, assigned lab technicians, and students. Sets up and operates complex scientific apparatus.

• Performs independent research and assists with other research projects. Plans, designs, and implements research projects
• Prepares and maintains culture media, reagents, and grows cultures (cells, viruses, etc.)
• Performs library research; prepares compounds; interprets experimental test data; cuts, stains and mounts specimens
• Compiles, processes and analyzes data
• Documents research procedures and results according to department guidelines
• Develops reports from research data gathered; maintains reports and records; codes data for electronic data processing; inputs and retrieves data via computer; analyzes, interprets and verifies data
• Conducts research in particular field of knowledge and assists with publishing data in professional journals
• Writes reviews and edits various materials for publication. Researches articles from various sources
• Sets up and operates various scientific apparatus (centrifuge, spectrometer, microscopes, homogenizers, etc.)
• Performs other related duties as assigned

• Possess comprehensive knowledge of research laboratory operating policies, procedures and scientific methodology, including ability to operate and maintain research tools, instruments and equipment
• Thorough knowledge of the use and preparation of culture media, chemicals, reagents, and the ability to perform a variety of laboratory procedures
• Demonstrated ability to express ideas clearly and concisely orally and in writing, including ability to analyze and extract data from conversation and documents for research projects
• Ability to independently conduct research following established department guidelines
• Strong supervisory skills and ability to effectively train and evaluate personnel on laboratory research methods and procedures
• Strong interpersonal skills necessary to develop and maintain effective working relationships internally and externally

• Thorough knowledge of the use and preparation of culture media, chemicals, reagents, and the ability to perform a variety of laboratory procedures
• Demonstrated ability to express ideas clearly and concisely orally and in writing, including ability to analyze and extract data from conversation and documents for research projects
• Ability to independently conduct research following established department guidelines
• Strong supervisory skills and ability to effectively train and evaluate personnel on laboratory research methods and procedures
• Strong interpersonal skills necessary to develop and maintain effective working relationships internally and externally

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in a pertinent field of study, with a minimum of two (2) years relevant experience preferred. One-year laboratory research support staff supervision, preferred.

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in a pertinent field of study, with a minimum of two (2) years relevant experience preferred. One-year laboratory research support staff supervision, preferred.

This job description reflects the general duties and responsibilities necessary to describe the principal functions of the job and shall not be considered an exhaustive list of job responsibilities which may be inherent in the job. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. The responsibilities listed may be subject to change at any time and individuals may be asked to perform duties outside of their regular responsibilities to support the ongoing operations and mission Meharry Medical College and its facilities.

• Entry level

• Full-time

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