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Research Assistant I or II

Employer
Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine
Location
Pennsylvania, United States
Salary
Salary Not Specified
Date posted
Oct 20, 2022

Job Details



Research Assistant I or II


At PCOM, we espouse to grow a culturally competent workforce to advance healthcare that touches the lives of underserved communities. Diversity and inclusion is the core component of our institutional identity and a key pillar of PCOM’s strategic vision. Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine affirms that diversity and inclusion are crucial to the intellectual vitality of the campus community. It is through freedom of exchange over different ideas and viewpoints in supportive environments that our graduates develop the critical thinking and citizenship skills that will benefit them throughout their lives.

Since 1899, PCOM has trained highly competent, caring physicians, health practitioners, and behavioral scientists who practice a “whole person” approach to care - treating people, not just symptoms. As the field of medicine has changed, we've changed with it - adapting our program offerings to better meet the needs of healthcare providers and the communities they serve. At the main campus in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania (PCOM), the branch campus in Suwanee, Georgia (PCOM Georgia), and our newest location in Moultrie, Georgia (PCOM South Georgia), PCOM students learn to approach problem-solving in a more professional, more team-oriented manner, which prepares them to work successfully in integrated healthcare settings with other health professionals. At Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine you will be part of a caring, professional, and committed community focused on making the PCOM experience the best possible for our students.

We are currently seeking to fill our Research Assistant I or II position at the Philadelphia campus with a highly qualified and passionate individual.

Job Title: Research Assistant
Department: Division of Research
Location: Philadelphia, PA
Status: (Exempt/Non-Exempt) Exempt

POSITION SUMMARY:

The individual in this research professional position is responsible for working in shared laboratory areas assisting a variety of faculty and students in the conduct of their research, assuring adherence to good laboratory practices and safety. Under the direction of Division of Research leadership and supervision of faculty investigators within focused research themed laboratories, the individual performs multiple experimental techniques proficiently; maintains experimental records; prepares and maintains experimental components; orders laboratory supplies; with supervisory oversight, may contribute to writing abstracts, presentations and manuscripts; develops proficiency in academically oriented library/database searches; troubleshoots and trains others in experimental techniques and may train others in the use of research equipment; assists students of all levels in research; contributes to the maintenance of the laboratory and common laboratory equipment including large pieces of equipment. Teamwork and collaboration across projects and laboratories is expected.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPOSIBLITIES:

Experimental Proficiencies

· At least 4 techniques such as: Cell culture (human, animal); Biochemical (enzymatic assays); Molecular (isolation of DNA, RNA and protein, SDS-PAGE and western blotting, PCR and qPCR, immunoprecipitation, protein assays, ELISA); Sample collection and processing (Blood, cells and/or tissues, histology, fixation, embedding, immunostaining); Sample labeling (immunohistochemistry, immunofluorescence); Microscopy (inverted, fluorescent, confocal); Animal research (handling, breeding, and colony management of rodents)

o Responsible to learn/master new techniques, as needed

· Data collection and documentation

· May perform data analysis with supervisory oversight

o Word-processing and computer analysis programs

§ Such as: Microsoft Word, Excel, Powerpoint, SPSS, SigmaPlot, GraphPad Prism

o Imaging programs

§ Such as: Adobe Photoshop, NIH ImageJ

o Internet cloud-based programs

§ Such as: Google Drive, Docs, Sheets, Calendar

Personnel management

· Trains others in experimental protocols

· Oversees student researchers

o Work-study, volunteer, intern, masters, DO, PhD candidates

o May act as backup payroll recorder

Project/experimental management

· May perform simple troubleshooting

· Compliance of regulatory requirements

o IACUC, IRB, Safety, OSHA

· May help with project budget

· Monitors/orders project supplies, stocks

Laboratory management

· General lab maintenance and routine laboratory functions

· Preparation of experimental materials

Equipment management

· Assists with monitoring, maintenance, and operation of common use equipment

Scholarly activity

· May attend scientific meetings

· Helps prepare material for scientific presentations

o May make presentations

· May assist students with thesis and oral presentations

· May help preparation of scientific materials: abstracts, journal articles, book chapters and grants

· Learns how to/performs academically oriented library/database searches

Complexity:

Work consists of moderately complex procedures and tasks where basic analytic ability is required.

Decision making:

Basic ongoing supervision is provided. Independent judgement is necessary.

Working conditions:

Work requires minimal physical exertion. Ability to lift and carry 10-20 pounds, stoop, reach, stand, walk, finger, grasp, feel, talk, hear, see and perform repetitive motions with or without reasonable accommodations.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

Education: Bachelor’s degree required.

Work Experience: 2-4 years of lab experience; or Master’s degree.

Salary Range: $33,500 to $44,400

PCOM is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration. We adhere to a policy that prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, creed, national or ethnic origin, citizenship status, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected class.


Company

PCOM

Since 1899, Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine (PCOM) has trained healthcare professionals to see the whole person—not just the symptoms. We focus on preventative health—developing attitudes and lifestyles that help prevent disease—as part of our comprehensive approach to providing high quality, holistic care.

At PCOM, we continue to strengthen the worlds of health and science by providing our students with unique opportunities to work in teams across disciplines in a dynamic medical school environment at our Philadelphia, PA; Suwanee, GA and Moultrie, GA locations.

At Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine, you will be part of a community of caring, professional and committed individuals who focus on making the PCOM experience the best possible for our students.

Why Work at PCOM?

Our dedication to academic and institutional excellence drives everything we do. As a PCOM employee at our Philadelphia, PA Suwanee, GA or Moultrie, GA locations, you can make a meaningful contribution to the continued success and improvement of the College.

At PCOM, you can become part of our rich heritage, enjoy a competitive compensation and benefits package, and take advantage of opportunities for professional and personal growth. Our professional development programs include leadership training and mentoring as well as diversity, equity and inclusion certificates.

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