Research Assistant

Company: Aerotek
Location: Cypress
Posted on: January 12, 2021

Job Description:

Description:The Research Assistant will be to help with the analytical verification and other studies for our H.pylori (stomach virus). They will be performing experiments and analyzing the results. Sample preparation. Pipetting experience is required (single hand pipette). Responsible for conducting laboratory experimentation, literature searches, and investigating the feasibility of applying scientific principles and concepts under the direction of a research scientist or technical director. Knowledgeable in basic and sophisticated laboratory practices to allow independent functioning in the laboratory. Uses professional knowledge to search and review scientific publications related to current and proposed research projects (may not do this on a daily or weekly basis). Contributes ideas and provides input, based on experience and scientific review, to R&D projects under development. Interacts with both internal and external scientists to develop and investigate protocols for projects under development.- With moderate guidance, investigates the feasibility of applying scientific principles and concepts to potential inventions, products and problems.- Makes significant contributions to the planning and execution of laboratory research.- Reviews the appropriate scientific literature and provides a summary of the findings.- Makes significant contributions to the interpretation of the data derived from the laboratory research.- With moderate direction, interfaces with internal and external scientists to develop research protocols.- May author or assist in writing various manufacturing and raw material specifications and QC documents required for transfer of products to manufacturing. May also author other documents and reports required during the product development process.- Assists supervisor in preparing manuscripts for publication.Skills:PCR, R&D, Research, DNA SequencingTop Skills Details:PCR DNA & RNA ExtractionsDNA SequencingAdditional Skills & Qualifications:2-3 years of rtPCR experience (industry or academic)Requires a Bachelor's or Master's degree in a scientific discipline or equivalent with a minimum of 2 years experience for a Bachelors level or 0-1 years experience at the Master's level in a laboratory or research and development environment. Demonstrates ability to exercise judgment within defined procedures and practices to determine appropriate action. Demonstrates potential for technical proficiency, collaboration with others and independent thought. Normally receives general instruction on routine work and detailed instruction on new assignments.Ability to read, analyze, and interpret pertinent scientific and technical journals, financial reports, and legal documents. Ability to respond to common and scientific inquiries or complaints from customers, regulatory agencies, or members of the business community. Ability to prepare presentations to present information to management, public groups, and/or peers.Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference, and fundamentals of plane and solid geometry and trigonometry. Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.About Aerotek:We know that a company's success starts with its employees. We also know that an individual's success starts with the right career opportunity. As a Best of Staffing-- Client and Talent leader, Aerotek's people-focused approach yields competitive advantage for our clients and rewarding careers for our contract employees. Since 1983, Aerotek has grown to become a leader in recruiting and staffing services. With more than 250 non-franchised offices, Aerotek's 8,000 internal employees serve more than 300,000 contract employees and 18,000 clients every year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in talent solutions. Learn more at Aerotek.com.The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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