RESEARCH ASSISTANT Position Available In Jefferson, Alabama
Tallo's Job Summary: As a Research Assistant at the University of Alabama at Birmingham, you will support research projects by conducting standard tasks such as sample processing and data analysis under experienced researchers' supervision. This role is vital in assisting senior team members with complex protocols and ensuring lab operations run smoothly. The salary range for this position is $16.50 - $26.80, and candidates must have an associate's degree or two years of related experience.
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RESEARCH ASSISTANT 4.1 4.1
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RESEARCH ASSISTANT
University of Alabama at Birmingham As a Research Assistant, you will contribute to the daily operations of research projects under the close supervision of experienced researchers. This role involves performing standard research tasks, including sample processing, basic data analysis, and maintaining accurate records. Your support will be crucial in helping senior team members execute complex protocols and ensuring the smooth functioning of the lab. Depending on the research focus, this position may involve research participant contact, research animal contact, and/or specimens. Key Duties, Primary Responsibilities Collects, records, maintains and analyzes data and information in support of specialized and complex scientific research. Assists the Principle Investigator or Lab Manager in determining protocols to be used, conducts directed literature searches, and exercises judgment in applying scientific techniques and procedures. Independently performs a variety of complex assays, isolations, characterizations and techniques as outlined in the given protocol. Exhibits independence in the adaptation of equipment and sample conditions when encountering methodological problems. Serves as a resource for technicians and assistants; supervising their activities as needed. May assist in writing and editing grant proposals. May be responsible for the general maintenance of the lab facility including ordering supplies and assuring good operating condition of all laboratory equipment. Perform other duties as assigned Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Worker Characteristics Position requires excellent written Verbal communication skills Ability to work within a group.
Salary Range:
$16.50- $26.80 Qualifications Education Associate’s degree in a related field OR High School diploma or GED And two (2) years of related experience required. Work experience may NOT substitute for education requirement. UAB is an Equal Employment/Equal Educational Opportunity Institution dedicated to providing equal opportunities and equal access to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, sex (including pregnancy), genetic information, age, disability, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, and veteran’s status. As required by Title IX, UAB prohibits sex discrimination in any education program or activity that it operates. Individuals may report concerns or questions to UAB’s Assistant Vice President and Senior Title IX Coordinator. The Title IX notice of nondiscrimination is located at uab.edu/titleix.
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311551200 OB/GYN –
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Day/1st Shift Work Arrangement (final schedule to be determined by the department/hiring manager) : Onsite
