Research Assistant

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Assists investigators in many aspects of the research projects including conducting experiments, operating equipment, analyzing the samples utilizing various assay techniques and compiling the data for various presentations. Assists in the development of new assays and experimental techniques.

1. Reads, understands, and questions clinical research protocols to ensure reliable research results.

2. Conducts experiments and assists in experimental design and planning for protocols and the development of new lab methods, assays and experimental techniques

3. Collects laboratory samples and conducts various assays to analyze the samples.

4. Learns to operate lab equipment needed to conduct all aspects of research protocols.

5. Prepares reports of lab results

6. Understand the MSDS's of any chemical and /or radioactive materials in the lab. Keeps records of radioactive and chemical usage and disposes radioactivity and chemicals appropriately as required by law.

7. Works closely with supervisor(s) to insure proper procedures are carried out by various lab personnel in order to meet critical deadlines.

8. Performs other related duties as assigned.