Core Facility Research Specialist 1
Core
Executes complex research protocols and maintains operations within revenue-generating Shared Resource core facilities, serving as a liaison between the SR Director, Research Lab Supervisor, and Research staff.
Role type
Core Facility Research Specialist
Builds
Shared Resource (SR) core facilities
Domain
Academic medical center research / Molecular genetics
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Operating sophisticated scientific equipment (pipettes, centrifuges, thermocyclers), performing DNA/RNA quantitation (nanodrop, Qubit, BioAnalyzer/Tapestation, gel electrophoresis), maintaining inventory and ordering supplies, following SOPs, keeping detailed laboratory notebooks, troubleshooting specialized molecular genetics platforms
Preferred skills
Proficiency in new software programs, cloud-based tools, online webforms and databases
Responsibilities
Assists in the operation of sophisticated scientific equipment; Assists in the development of new core procedures; Assists in ensuring the lab adheres to regulatory policies; Reviews laboratory results and maintains records; Evaluates inventory of supplies and reagents, places orders, and verifies receipts; Assists in performing QA/QC and maintenance of laboratory equipment; Performs quantitation and qualification of DNA/RNA samples; Works closely with senior research associates to train on specialized molecular genetics platforms
Seniority
Entry-level to Mid-level Staff
