Research Assistant Job at University of Tennessee
University of Tennessee Memphis, TN
Research Assistant- Pharmaceutical Sciences
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Market Range: 05
Hiring Salary: 18.39
THIS IS A GRANT-FUNDED POSITION.
JOB SUMMARY/ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: Under the direction of an assigned supervisor, this position will focus upon the design, amplification and production of a gene therapy product for pre-clinical studies in a research setting.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Assists with research studies, experiments and assays, including collection of data, preparation of solutions and set-up and maintenance of equipment.
- Performs molecular biological assays (such as: PCR, plasmid DNA amplification and purification, plasmid DNA recombination methods, gel electropheoresis, Northern blot analysis, and NexGen sequencing approaches).
- Performs cell culture handling and gene therapy vector production.
- Complies with established safety procedures and maintains required documentation on laboratory.
- Conducts daily check of supplies, order supplies when needed, and ensures that the equipment and eye wash stations in the lab are properly functioning.
- Assists with general lab maintenance and cleaning.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
EDUCATION: Bachelor’s Degree in Biology or related discipline. (TRANSCRIPT REQUIRED)
EXPERIENCE: OR Combination of college course work and work experience to equal eight (8) years.
PHYSICAL QUALIFICATIONS: Must be capable of standing for long periods of time and performing fine movements to complete surgical procedures.
WORK SCHEDULE: This position may occasionally work weekends.
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