Research Assistant
Core
Assists researchers in planning, maintaining, and completing research programs focused on discovering new knowledge, techniques, and concepts through fundamental scientific experiments and data analysis.
Role type
Research Assistant (Laboratory/Field)
Builds
Research programs and projects in pursuit of new knowledge, techniques, and concepts
Domain
Life Sciences / Molecular Biology / Genetics
Required skills
Research protocols, experimental design, data collection, data analysis, scientific writing, literature review
Preferred skills
Molecular lab techniques (DNA/RNA extractions, PCR, gel electrophoresis, sequencing workflows), genetics/genomics, quantitative PCR (qPCR), metabarcoding, eDNA, fish health
Technologies
PCR, gel electrophoresis, sequencing workflows, qPCR, metabarcoding
Responsibilities
Conduct routine or fundamental experiments and investigations; collect and analyze data/samples; document results and observations; assist in developing project proposals and protocols; assist in preparing research results for publication or conference presentation; instruct students or supervise others' research
Seniority
Mid-level (4-6 years experience required)