Laboratory Assistant

Job Locations US-NY-Valhalla
Requisition ID
2024-11731
Position Type
Full-Time
Schedule Shift
1
Hours Per Week
35
Travel
10%
Category
Research
FLSA Status
Non-Exempt

Overview

The Laboratory Assistant at New York Medical College (NYMC) will be an integral member of the laboratory environment supporting medical research.  This position may involve various responsibilities including but not limited to assisting with the design and performance of experiments, documenting results, maintaining laboratory equipment and stock, and ensuring laboratory organization. The level of independence and supervision may vary based on the lab’s focus, the candidate’s experience, ability to multitask among other factors. The specific duties for the lab environment are highlighted below. This position is in an NIH-funded lab within the Department of Pathology, Microbiology and Immunology that investigates antibiotic resistance and vaccine development for pathogenic bacteria. This position provides laboratory support for work in bacterial culture, molecular biology, protein purification and immunological assays. Animal work (mice) is also expected.

Responsibilities

  • Perform routine procedures in bacterial culture; molecular biology (e.g., DNA and RNA purification, PCR); clone, produce and analyze recombinant polypeptides; and immunological assays (e.g., ELISA); work with laboratory mice.
  • Maintain laboratory and lab supply inventory, and monitor equipment for maintenance
  • Record experimental steps, data, and results. Careful documentation at all steps is essential.
  • Train other students and staff in some of the lab procedures and documentation protocols.

Qualifications

Education requirement: B.A., B.S., or M.S.

 

Technical/computer skills: Proficiency in MS Excel

 

Prior experience: One year (or more) of relevant laboratory experience is preferred.

Minimum Salary

USD $41,860.00/Yr.

Maximum Salary

USD $50,050.00/Yr.

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