Role OverviewThe Williams Lab in the Arthritis and Clinical Immunology (ACI) Research Program is seeking a Postbaccalaureate Research Scholar for our newly opened lab. The position is an opportunity for up to 2 years meant for postbaccalaureate students who wish to attain research experience that will help prepare them for graduate or professional school in a STEM-related area or healthcare.
What You Will Do
Performing experiments using various molecular, cellular, and biochemical techniques, working with P32 (radioisotope), careful record-keeping of experimental procedures, results, and reagents, analyzing and interpreting experimental data and presenting findings to the Principal Investigator and to co-workers.
Why It Might Be a Fit
Recent (within the last 3 years) BA/BS degree in a STEM field, such as the biological sciences, engineering, chemistry, physics, or computer science, and a desire to gain research experience in preparation for applications to graduate or professional schools in STEM related areas.
Requirements
- Recent (within the last 3 years) BA/BS degree in a STEM field, such as the biological sciences, engineering, chemistry, physics, or computer science
- Basic knowledge of routine technical and functional laboratory procedures
- Proficiency in performing basic mathematical calculations
- Basic computer skills, including familiarity with: Internet software, Microsoft Office software
- Professionalism, strong work ethic, and a collaborative, personable attitude
- Ability to follow instructions and to ask for help when needed
- Must be detail-oriented and able to keep meticulous experimental records
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and adapt to changing priorities
- Ability to read and comprehend instructions, short correspondence and protocols/procedures
- Ability to compute basic mathematical operations, i.e., rate, ratio, percent, molarity, and unit conversion
- Ability to organize and perform precise and accurate work when dealing with samples and chemicals
Benefits
- Competitive salaries
- Comprehensive benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Minimum 8% company retirement contribution
- Vacation and sick leave
- Paid holidays
- Onsite café
- Free onsite fitness center with access to personal trainer
- Free parking
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