Wet Lab Research Assistant | Rice University Job at Rice University, Houston, TX

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  • Rice University
  • Houston, TX

Job Description

Position Summary

The Biobehavioral Mechanisms Explaining Disparities (BMED) lab is seeking to hire an entry level research assistant with a specific interest in immunology and/or cellular biology to be responsible for assisting in receiving, processing, storing, and analyzing immunological biomarkers. In the BMED Wet Lab we specifically focus on analysis of cytokines and markers of cellular energy in leukocytes from peripheral blood. The research assistant will accept instruction from a Laboratory Manager, and the lab's principal investigators to determine priorities. This is a one-year term limited position with the possibility of extension based upon need and available funding.

*Non-Exempt (hourly) positions under FLSA are eligible for overtime.

Minimum Requirements

  • HS diploma or equivalent

Skills:

  • Ability to learn quickly
  • Detail oriented and good verbal and written communication skills
  • Ability to multitask, prioritize, meet deadlines, analytical and organization skills

Preferences:

  • Bachelor's degree or working on a Bachelor's degree
  • Related wet laboratory and/or research experience
  • Successfully completed one or more post-secondary courses with a laboratory requirement
  • Experience conducting standard wet laboratory procedures
  • Experience handling biological specimens

Essential Functions

  • Receiving, labeling, and safely storing blood samples to be tested in accordance with all safety and other requirements to ensure the safety of personnel and integrity of the sample
  • Analyzing blood samples to obtain health biomarker data
  • Cleaning and maintaining lab equipment
  • Maintaining daily work logs
  • Interacts and takes direction from lab manager and to ensure adequate preparation and supplies are available for use

Rice University is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity at all levels. It considers for employment qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, genetic information, disability, or protected veteran status.

Rice University is committed to ensuring Equal Employment Opportunity and the full inclusion of all qualified persons in the workplace. This commitment includes providing reasonable accommodations to persons with disabilities. For applicants with disabilities who require a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process, please contact Rice University's Disability Resource center at 713-348-5841 or adarice@rice.edu for support.

If you have any questions, please email us at jobs@rice.edu. Thank you for your interest in employment with Rice University.

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