Research Associate $2,000 Sign on bonus – Molecular, Cell and Cancer Biology

POSITION SUMMARY: 

Under the direction of the Principal Investigator or Designee, the Research Associate performs a variety of complex research experiments.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Conducts in-depth analysis of research experiments
• Performs complex laboratory experiments
• Interprets data, forms conclusion, and decides on and plans next experiments to be done with a high degree of independence
• Compiles and analyzes data and performs computations using image analysis software, spreadsheets, graphing, and curve fitting software
• May modify protocols and be responsible for a single, independent research project
• Assists in writing the text of scientific publications and grants. Reviews literature
• Trains new laboratory personnel, students, and collaborators
• Maintains laboratory supplies and equipment
• Complies with all safety and infection control standards
• Perform other duties as required.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in Biological Sciences, or equivalent experience
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office products
• Strong ability to analyze complex visual data in a quantitative and objective manner
• Judgment and action skills required to solve commonly encountered problems

SUPERVISION RECEIVED:

Under the direction of the Principal Investigator, or designee

SUPERVISION EXERCISED: 

May functionally supervise Lab Technicians and Aides

ENVIRONMENTAL WORKING CONDITIONS:

Wet chemistry laboratory, and may require appropriate contact with biohazards, radionuclides, toxins, animals, and human specimens. 

A research associate position is available in the Socolovsky laboratory at the Molecular, Cell and Cancer Biology Department, UMASS Chan Medical School. The lab investigates erythropoiesis, the process of red blood cell differentiation from blood stem cells. The work involves analysis of new growth factors that regulate erythropoiesis, the cell cycle, chromatin/epigenetics, single-cell RNA sequencing and other single-cell approaches and cell signaling. Training will be provided and specific skills are not required but experience in flow cytometry, the use of the mouse as an experimental model and programming language literacy are an advantage. For more details on the Socolovsky lab please visit https://www.umassmed.edu/socolovsky-lab/