Research Assistant - Goldenring - ON SITE

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Located in Nashville, Tennessee, and operating at a global crossroads of teaching, discovery, and patient care, VUMC is a community of individuals who come to work each day with the simple aim of changing the world. It is a place where your expertise will be valued, your knowledge expanded, and your abilities challenged. Vanderbilt Health is committed to an environment where everyone has the chance to thrive and where your uniqueness is sought and celebrated.

Vanderbilt's mission is to advance health and wellness through preeminent programs in patient care, education, and research.

Working in the VUMC Epithelial Biology Center (EBC), you will serve in a pivotal Research Assistant role supporting designated research projects under direct supervision. The position is on site at 2215 Garland Ave., Nashville, TN, Monday‑Friday during traditional daytime business hours.

A Bachelor's degree in a Bioscience field (or equivalent experience) is required. While no experience is required, 1‑2 years of cell and tissue research experience is helpful.

• Run experiments, assays, and record results under supervision
• Read and follow experimental protocols (including animal handling and tissue culture)
• Compile and communicate results to the supervisor
• Follow university safety protocols (including the use of combustibles, radioactivity, toxic material, and/or carcinogens)
• Perform calculations involving molarity, percent solutions, and serial dilutions
• Prepare and operate equipment in experimental procedures (blood gas analyzer, centrifuge, pH meter, spectrophotometer, autoclave, scintillation counter, electrophoresis unit, analytical balance, etc.)
• Maintain and repair equipment according to manufacturer and university guidelines
• Ensure laboratory is prepared for experiments
• Maintain inventories
• Maintain sterile conditions as required
• Prepare reagents
• Clean equipment

Education: Bachelor's degree (Bioscience or related field).
Experience: 1-2 years of cell or tissue research helpful; no experience required.
Skills: Familiarity with molecular biology techniques, basic laboratory safety, and equipment operation.

This role offers a comprehensive benefits package which may include health, disability, retirement, and wellness offerings. Vanderbilt Health is committed to fostering an environment where everyone has the chance to thrive and is committed to equal opportunity. EOE/Vets/Disabled.

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