1. Recommends the design and implementation of procedures and protocols under the direction of a higher-level authority. 2. Investigates, analyzes, and reaches preliminary scientific conclusions related to research planning 3. Ensures data results are compiled, analyzed, and presented properly. 4. Analyzes, develops and interprets scientific results. Maintains clear documentation of results. Prepares scientific reports and papers for research proposals and published reports. 5. Performs independent research and laboratory techniques and participates in experimental research planning. 6. Interacts with internal contacts including the PI, research assistants, graduate students, Radiation Safety and Biological Safety officers, and Animal Care personnel to discuss and evaluate research results and to ensure the smooth and safe operation of the laboratory. 7. Interacts with external contacts such as researchers at other institutions, staff at biotechnology and reagents companies to consult on research methods and to keep abreast of product information and developments. 8. May perform other duties as assigned.

Required Skill/ability 1:  Skilled in sample preparation, operating next-Gen sequencing instrument, or imaging using high resolution microscopes.

Required Skill/ability 2:  Familiar with Cell biology techniques or single cell genomic technology.

Required Skill/ability 3:  Ability to work on weekends, holidays and evenings.

Required Skill/ability 4:   Strong oral and written communication skills

Preferred Education:  Proficiency with cellular and molecular biology techniques, experiences with operating next-Gen sequencing equipment and microscopy instrument. Demonstrated ability to perform bioinformatics data analysis with genomic data from Next-Generation sequencing and microarray technologies.

Work Week:  Standard (M-F equal number of hours per day)

Posting Position Title:  Research Associate 1, MS

University Job Title:  Research Associate 1, MS

Preferred Education, Experience and Skills:  Proficiency with cellular and molecular biology techniques, experiences with operating next-Gen sequencing equipment and microscopy instrument. Demonstrated ability to perform bioinformatics data analysis with genomic data from Next-Generation sequencing and microarray technologies.

Master's Degree in a scientific discipline and one year experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

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