Research Assistant I (Part Time)
Research Assistant I (Part Time)
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Job Summary
Assist Dr. Alison Carey with research using techniques that include animal husbandry cell tissue culture nucleic acid manipulation and analysis flow cytometry and viral infection assays and procedures.
Essential Functions
- A position as a Research Assistant I is available for a motivated and detail-oriented team-player. You will work in a supportive team-based atmosphere in a small growing group dedicated to studying the development of the infant immune system in babies born at term and those born prematurely.
- The Carey lab is a translational laboratory using a neonatal murine model of influenza infection and human infant blood samples to determine mechanisms of the infant immune response to early respiratory viral infection.
- Techniques that will be commonly used within the position will include animal husbandry cell tissue culture nucleic acid manipulation and analysis flow cytometry and viral infection assays and procedures.
- In addition to performing experiments and analyzing data the research technician will be expected to participate in laboratory meetings study scientific literature and perform general lab duties such as maintain the laboratory reagent and supply inventories and keep laboratory records (i.e. regulatory and administrative documents) up-to-date.
Required Qualifications
- Minimum of a Bachelors Degree in orthe equivalent combination of education and work experience.
- (Please review the Equivalency Chart for additional information.)
Physical Demands
- Typically sitting at a desk/table
- Typically standing walking
Location
- Philadelphia PA
Additional Information
This position is classified as Non-Exempt grade F. Compensation for this grade ranges from$$ 14.10 to $21.15 per hour. Please note that the offered rate for thisposition typically aligns with the minimum to midrange of this grade but it can vary based on thesuccessful candidates qualifications and experience department budget and an internal equity review.
Applicants are encouraged to explore the Professional Staff salary structure and CompensationGuidelines & Policies for more details on Drexels compensation information about benefits please review Drexels Benefits Brochure.
Special Instructions to the Applicant
Please make sure you upload your CV/resume and cover letter when submitting your application.
A review of applicants will begin once a suitable candidate pool is identified.
Employment Type
Part-Time
