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Assists the research staff in the initiation, design, development and implementation of research projects. Position Responsibilities
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
•Plans and executes laboratory research.
•Specific experiments may include any of the following: tissue harvest and processing, RNA isolation, RT/PCR, assay execution.
•Manage and coordinate aspects of assigned research projects.
•Assist in carrying out various tasks for ongoing research projects.
•Assist in preparation of documents required for government applications (i.e. 510(k)’s). Basic Qualifications
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
EDUCATION and EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:
Bachelor's degree in a science discipline or biomedical engineering and 0-2 years related work experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience with a minimum GPA of 3.0. Desired/Preferred Qualifications
•Design experience or working knowledge of mechanical devices
•Ability to use office equipment such as computer terminal, calculator, copier, and fax machine
•PC application skills with spreadsheet and word processing software
•Superior interpersonal, written communication, time management, organizational, and detail oriented skills.
•Computer skills in PC office software is a plus. Physical Job Requirements
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; and use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls. The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 15 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job involve normal vision.
WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet to moderate.
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