Research Assistant 1 Job at Brown University Health, Providence, RI

  • Brown University Health
  • Providence, RI

Job Description

SUMMARY Under supervision and following established policies and procedures, the candidate will conduct experiments, from molecular biology to histology, using in vivo/or in vitro models. The candidate will be trained on minor surgery in animals. Skills include operating and maintaining monitoring equipment; collecting and analyzing data using statistical methodology, reviewing literature in the field for publication. Brown University Health employees are expected to successfully role model the organization's values of Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence as these values guide our everyday actions with patients, customers and one another. In addition to our values, all employees are expected to demonstrate the core Success Factors which tell us how we work together and how we get things done. The core Success Factors include: Instill Trust and Value Differences Patient and Community Focus and Collaborate RESPONSIBILITIES Calibrates and sets up equipment to be used in monitoring animal response and collecting data during the experiment. Performs minor surgery on research animals as inserting monitoring catheters, or isolating, suturing and electronically stimulating nerves. Conducts experiments according to established protocols and research methodology using in vivo techniques such as stimulating various nerves and administering drugs and hormones. Uses in vitro techniques following standard procedures, such as conducting clinical assays on blood granulocytes. Operates monitoring equipment to gather data such as the effect of various drugs on nerves and sophisticated equipment to analyze serum, tissue samples, etc. Gathers, tabulates, graphs, develops explanatory charts and analyzes data using statistical methodology. May use computer programming to assist in data analysis. Reviews literature pertaining to research being conducted in the scientific area of interest for information in order to better understand the research conducted and to gather data. Performs routine laboratory cleaning and maintenance functions as required. Prepares reagents and/or drugs for use in conducting experiments. Participates in planning research protocols, developing research methodologies on providing input for the interpretation of data. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS BASIC KNOWLEDGE: Completion of a Bachelor of Science Degree in Genetics, Epigenetics, Cancer Biology or similar field. Requires a working knowledge of statistics, computer programming and research methodology. Requires a professional level of knowledge of the scientific field germane to the research being conducted. EXPERIENCE: No previous experience required. Works in a laboratory environment with possible exposure to human and animal serum, chemical reagents, animal subjects and radioactive materials. Hazards are minimized with adherence to established safety protocols. Pay Range $19.97-$32.96 EEO Statement Brown University Health is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and maintaining a work environment free from all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment. Location Rhode Island Hospital - 593 Eddy Street Providence, Rhode Island 02903 Work Type 8:00am - 5:30pm Work Shift Day Daily Hours 8 hours Driving Required No #J-18808-Ljbffr

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