Job Summary:

In this role, research associate will be responsible for performing nucleic acid (DNA/RNA) extraction, quality control and various downstream applications using automated instruments for the Glenn Biggs Institute for Alzheimer’s & Neurodegenerative Disease Brain Bank. Under general supervision and through hands-on training, research associate will provide routine technical assistance in performing assigned and delegated tasks in support of the laboratory. Responsibilities may additionally include assisting or conducting a variety of scientific experiments and research projects of limited complexity, collecting, evaluating and interpreting data for clinical and diagnostic research.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Attention to detail by achieving thoroughness and accuracy when accomplishing a task through concern for all the areas involved.
• Ability to organize and coordinate work within schedule constraints and handle emergent requirements in a timely manner.
• Ability to monitor important and complex projects concurrently within a research environment or laboratory schedule.
• Ability to effectively communicate orally and in writing, to include writing and preparing memorandums, letters, and other official correspondence.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook) and digital literacy/proficiency for learning new software programs.

Job Duties:

Education:

Bachelor's degree in a specialized field of study is required. Master's degree is preferred.

Experience:

Four (4) years of experience is required.