Job Description

Department:

Location:

Health Sciences Center

Time Type:

Part time

Worker Type:

Regular

Job Req ID:

R105599

Minimum Requirements:

Associate's Degree in a related field and two (2) years of related experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Demonstrated knowledge of laboratory protocols and abilities in laboratory techniques are required. Experience with applicable computer technologies, including specific software applications, is required. Appropriate communications skills are required. (Grade 3 Hourly)

Position Description:

The Research Assistant III in the Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Genetics will under minimal direction, independently perform and/or coordinate a wide range of laboratory research procedures and conducts a variety of complex support tasks and projects determined by the field and scope of the particular research study. This position will also perform a variety of laboratory techniques independently, reporting results to supervisor or other lab personnel.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Will be responsible for molecular biology experiments utilizing specific laboratory techniques and equipment.
• Will be expected to collaborate with other lab members on setting up protocols and even developing new laboratory techniques.
• Will operate and maintain laboratory equipment, supplies and projects as needed.
• Contribute to unit goals by undertaking other duties as required.
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in specialized molecular biology protocols, including biospecimen processing, DNA/RNA extraction, PCR, and sequencing methodologies.
  
  

Competencies

• Organized -- manages time effectively, keeps tasks appropriately prioritized.
• Work ethic -- motivated, diligent, industrious, and persistent in the workplace.
• Critical thinking -- ability to think through issues and identify appropriate problems.
• Teamwork -- ability to work with and assist others, to take direction from others in the interest of moving processes and programs to desired outcomes.
  
  

This is a part time position working 30 hours per week.

Compensation Will Be Commensurate To Candidate Experience.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of Louisville is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer, and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, sex, age, color, national origin, ethnicity, creed, religion, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and expression, marital status, pregnancy, or veteran status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please contact the Employment team at employment@louisville.edu or 502.852.6258.

Assistance and Accommodations

Computers are available for application submission at the Human Resources Department located at 215 Central Avenue, Ste 205 - Louisville, Kentucky 40208.

If you require assistance or accommodation with our online application process, please contact us by email at employment@louisville.edu or by phone 502-852-6258.

Job Tags

Hourly pay, Part time,

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