Part-Time Research Assistant

at  Saint Louis University

Who is Saint Louis University? Founded in 1818, Saint Louis University is one of the nation’s oldest and most prestigious Catholic universities. SLU, which also has a campus in Madrid, Spain, is recognized for world-class academics, life-changing research, compassionate health care, and a strong commitment to faith and service.
All About You
Under general direction, assists the PI and other research investigators by performing moderately complex research and experimentation following established protocols; performs routine lab and equipment maintenance; sets-up and operates various scientific apparatus; assists with research projects and may perform independent research or performs various clerical and editorial duties; compiles, processes and analyzes data; performs supervisory and training duties.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Personal Characteristics:

• Knowledge of laboratory procedures
• Knowledge of the use and preparation of media, chemicals, and reagents
• Knowledge of medical and scientific terminology
• Verbal and written communication skills
• Interpersonal/human relation skills
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions
• Ability to tend to details
• Ability to maintain records and inventories
• Ability to operate a personal computer
• Ability to work independently after going through training

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Sets-up and operates various scientific apparatus, chromatography equipment, centrifuges, incubators.
• Assists with research projects; performs independent research; plans, designs and implements research projects; prepares and maintains culture media, and reagents; grows E. coli for DNA and protein purification; performs various assays; sterilizes equipment; separates and purifies various materials and substances using such techniques as chromatography and electrophoresis; orders laboratory supplies; interprets experimental test data.
• Performs supervisory and training duties involving students and other researchers.
• Compiles processes and analyzes data; records research procedures and results; files and maintains records; inputs and retrieves data using computers.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in science or related field. Broad knowledge involving laboratory techniques related with protein purification and studying protein-DNA complexes is desired.
This position is grant funded, therefore continuation in this position is contingent upon funding availability.
Function
Unclassified Positions
Scheduled Weekly Hours:
31
Saint Louis University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for the position applied for without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, military/veteran status, gender identity, or other non-merit factors. We welcome and encourage applications from minorities, women, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities (including disabled veterans). If accommodations are needed for completing the application and/or with the interviewing process, please contact Human Resources at 314-977-5847

• Sets-up and operates various scientific apparatus, chromatography equipment, centrifuges, incubators.
• Assists with research projects; performs independent research; plans, designs and implements research projects; prepares and maintains culture media, and reagents; grows E. coli for DNA and protein purification; performs various assays; sterilizes equipment; separates and purifies various materials and substances using such techniques as chromatography and electrophoresis; orders laboratory supplies; interprets experimental test data.
• Performs supervisory and training duties involving students and other researchers.
• Compiles processes and analyzes data; records research procedures and results; files and maintains records; inputs and retrieves data using computers.
• Performs other duties as assigned