The Department of Psychiatry - Cruchaga Lab is looking for a Research Assistant to assist with research study, experiments, preparation of materials, and documentation.
Requirements
- Good understanding of computational biology, probabilistic models, statistics, machine learning, and discrete mathematics.
- Ability to analyze and interpret large complex data sets, such as genome sequences, microarray gene expression studies, human genetic studies, model organism studies, and to communicate data in a clear, concise manner.
- Expertise in standard bioinformatics tools.
- Proficiency in scientific programming languages (e.g., Python, R, Perl, Java), in a UNIX/Linux and/or Windows environment.
- Laboratory Operations (2 Years)
- Laboratory Or Medical Office Setting (3 Years)
- Data Entry, Data Interpretations, Document Research, Experimentation, Laboratory Maintenance, Laboratory Processes, Material Preparation, Scientific Research, Statistics
Responsibilities
- Conducts research experiments and assays.
- Evaluates research results, reports findings and discusses project outcomes with staff involved.
- Performs data entry and maintains data files on research.
- Coordinates tissue cultures, reagents, probe tests, etc.
- Complies with established safety procedures and maintains required documentation on laboratory and specimen conditions.
- Coordinates research project with other institutions and investigators.
- Performs literature research on specified topics.
Other
- Bachelor’s degree or combination of education and/or experience may substitute for minimum education.
- Must be physically able to wear protective equipment and to provide standard care to research animals.
- Interpersonal Communication, Problem Solving, Research Projects, Working Independently
