Research Assistant (Schofield)
Position Type
Research
Full or Part Time
Part Time
Position Summary Information
Summary
Part-time research assistant position. Reports to assigned Principal Investigator. Responsibilities include assisting with scientific experiments, including tissue processing, fluorescence microscopy and data documentation under general supervision.
Northeast Ohio Medical University is an AA/EEO Employer. The university has a strong commitment to the principles of equity and inclusion and to maintaining working and learning environments that are free from all forms of discrimination. Women, individuals with disabilities, veterans and minorities are strongly encouraged to apply.
Pay Grade: 4
Starting Hourly Rate Range: $14.50 – $16.91, commensurate with experience
Location: Rootstown, OH
Benefits Offerings Include:
- Training Offerings, including LSS Green & Yellow Belt and other professional development
- State Retirement with 14% matching
- Excellent Vacation and Sick Time
- Paid Holidays
- Wellness Offerings
For additional details visit: https://www.neomed.edu/hr/benefits /
Principal Functional Responsibilities
1) fluorescence microscopy and data analysis
2) process neural tissue for immunohistochemistry and histology
3) assist with surgical procedures
4) perform other duties as assigned
Qualifications
Education/Degrees:
• B.S. or B.A. in Biology or related field.
Experience:
• At least 2 years of research experience, including
• immunochemistry
• fluorescence microscopy
• small animal surgery
Key Skills, Personal Characteristics, and Key Competencies
• General laboratory experience
• Experience with tissue processing and either histochemistry or immunohistochemistry
• Can follow directions well
• Excellent organization skills
• Technical dexterity
• Good written and oral communication skills
• Attention to detail/Excellent observational skills
• Being very punctual
Physical Requirements
Must be able to utilize a phone, computer and screen and other office equipment. While performing the duties of the job, the employee is frequently required to sit; talk; or hear and occasionally stand, walk, reach, stoop, or kneel. Must be able to occasionally lift up to 25 pounds.
Posting Detail Information
NEOMED EEO Statement
NEOMED is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to qualified applicants without discrimination on the basis of age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, transgender status, status as a parent during pregnancy and immediately after the birth of a child, status as a parent of a young child, status as a foster parent, veteran status or any other category protected by applicable state or federal law. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, NEOMED also affirms its commitment to nondiscrimination in its employment policies and practices. In compliance with Title IX (20 U.S.C Sec. 1681 et seq.), NEOMED prohibits sex discrimination, including sexual harassment.
For concerns regarding discrimination, please contact the NEOMED Title IX Coordinator: TitleIX@neomed.edu
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