About the position
The TRI Laboratory Research Assistant performs a variety of duties involved in the processing and analysis of clinical research specimens and data, with particular emphasis on assisting in the development and oversight of the Molecular and Cell Culture Cores of the laboratory. Work customarily involves practical knowledge in clinical research specimen collection, processing, and analysis, as well as application of specialized knowledge in the areas of molecular and protein assay development and optimization. The Laboratory Research Assistant is expected to work closely with the Biorespository Sr. Scientist/Coordinator and other laboratory staff to develop and implement appropriate laboratory procedures for optimal biospecimen quality and research data collection. The Laboratory Research Assistant is also expected to assist in the daily operations of the laboratory in other Core areas, including but not limited to, specimen processing, cell culture, nucleic acid and protein extractions, cryopreservation, and equipment maintenance and inventory control. The TRI Laboratory Research Assistant actively participates in outstanding customer service and accepts responsibility in maintaining relationships that are equally respectful to all.
Responsibilities
- Conducts daily oversight of operations in the Molecular and Cell Culture Cores of the laboratory.
- Assists in developing and maintaining appropriate biospecimen processing, analysis, and quality control procedures, and monitors the supply inventory and instrument maintenance associated with the assigned Core areas.
- Regularly monitors and evaluates processes, and reports any needed changes/improvements to the Biorepository Sr. Scientist/Coordinator in response to continuing research protocol development.
- Performs pre-analytical, analytical, and post-analytical activities related to the molecular and cell culture cores, including oversight of nucleic acid and protein extraction procedures, and performance and evaluation of related biospecimen quality control metrics.
- Assists in clinical tissue acquisition procedures, and processes tissue for histological evaluation, stem cell isolation, preparation, management, and maintenance of cell lines; cryopreservation, and storage of cells and tissue into liquid nitrogen and ultra-low temperature units.
- Assists the Biorepository Sr. Scientist/Coordinator in laboratory coordination of procedures for specific research protocols, as assigned. This may also include assisting with development of new analytic techniques, novel molecular assays, and quality control metrics as appropriate for research protocol development.
- Participates in appropriate continuing education activities and enrichment seminars provided by AdventHealth.
- Performs other duties as assigned or directed to ensure the smooth operation of the department.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree, Required
- 2+ years of experience in a clinical research, biopharmaceutical, or basic science laboratory setting appropriate to department work assigned Required
Nice-to-haves
- 2+ years of relevant experience in a field of cell-based research (ie. molecular, drug discovery), including extensive work with nucleic acid and protein analyses. Preferred
- Experience with cell culture and aseptic technique. Preferred
- Experience with implementing quality assurance measures and interpreting quality control data Preferred
Benefits
- Benefits from Day One
- Paid Days Off from Day One
- Career Development
- Whole Person Wellbeing Resources
- Mental Health Resources and Support
