Description
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Description
The Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Staff Research Associate II (SRA II) to support the Clinical Microbiology Research & Development (R&D) program. This position plays a critical role in supporting industry sponsored research projects as well as academic research conducted by clinical post-doctoral fellows and faculty.
In this role, you will perform complex laboratory procedures, support study execution, and contribute to data analysis and scientific reporting within a regulated clinical research environment. Duties include:
* Serve as a primary contact with research sponsors
* Process clinical and research samples in accordance with laboratory and study protocols.
* Prepare reagents and materials required for experimental procedures.
* Maintain accurate and detailed documentation of experimental methods, results, and deviations.
* Perform data entry and data analysis, including use of Microsoft Excel and other data tools.
* Maintain, troubleshoot, and perform routine maintenance and minor repairs on laboratory instruments.
Salary Range: $31.23 – $50.24/hour
Qualifications
* At least one year of professional molecular and/or microbiology laboratory experience (e.g. PCR library prep, sequencing, conventional culture methods, gram stain preparation and interpretation, handling of human clinical specimens, handling of microorganisms such as bacteria, viruses, and/or fungi).
* Flexibility to work alternative days or shifts based on operational and research needs.
* Excellent customer service skills, with the ability to work collaboratively with sponsors, faculty, and laboratory staff.