Research Assistant Biology
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Amherst has taken a leadership role among highly selective liberal arts colleges and universities in successfully diversifying the racial socioeconomic and geographic profile of its student body. The College is similarly committed to enriching its educational experience and its culture through the diversity of its faculty administration and staff.
Job Description:
Amherst College invites applications for the Research Assistant position. The Research Assistant is a fulltime oneyear term position starting at $20.16/hour. Given Amhersts distinction as one of the most diverse liberal arts colleges in the country the successful candidate will demonstrate the ways in which they bring value to and will work towards supporting a broadly diverse community.
The Research Assistant investigates the process of tissue organization during embryonic development of the sea anemone at the Ragkousi lab at Amherst College. The research project(s) will involve molecular genetics biochemistry embryology and cell biology techniques. The research assistant is expected to contribute to all aspects of the labs research activities including training and mentoring undergraduate students in the Ragkousi Lab. The Research Assistant will also assist with lab management on a limited basis.
Takes appropriate actions to support a diverse workforce and participates in the Colleges efforts to create a respectful inclusive and welcoming work environment.
Summary of Responsibilities:
Research
Protein Biochemistry in sea anemone cell extracts including protein purification protein detection immunoprecipitation
Molecular Biology for construction of DNA and RNA constructs for gene manipulation
Imaging of sea anemone embryos and cells using confocal microscopy
Animal maintenance and husbandry. RA will maintain animals weekly (feeding and cleaning) perform crosses to generate new lines propagate current lines
Training undergraduate students with basic laboratory techniques
Lab management supervises 35 undergraduate students in the Ragkousi Laboratory
Qualifications:
Required
Bachelors Degree
Knowledge of molecular biology techniques emphasis on protein biochemistry
Use of Microscope and experience in Confocal Microscopy a plus
Attention to detail
Written and verbal communication time management and organizational skills
Analytical and problemsolving skills
Willing to learn new techniques and procedures
Commitment to working with a diverse community
Successful completion of required reference and background checks
Preferred
Masters Degree in Science
Amherst College offers many opportunities for professional growth and development continued learning and career advancement.
Amherst College is pleased to provide a comprehensive highly competitive benefits package that meets the needs of staff and faculty and their families. Benefits are an important part of our overall compensation so it is critical that you review all of the options to ensure itmeets your total compensation requirements. Click here for Benefits Information.
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Employment Type
Full-Time
