Research Assistant, Senior

PRIMARY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES Assists with research projects; performs independent research; plans, designs and implements research projects; prepares and maintains culture media, reagents, and animal colonies, performs experiments on mice, including injections, health monitoring, and dissection of experimental animals; grows cultures; administers injections; performs various assays; sterilizes equipment; separates and purifies various materials and substances using such techniques as chromatography and electrophoresis; orders laboratory supplies; performs library research; prepares compounds; interprets experimental test data; performs minor equipment repairs; cuts, stains and mounts specimens Sets-up and operates various scientific apparatus; sets-up and operates centrifuges, incubators, homogenizers, and various microscopes Performs various clerical duties Compiles processes and analyzes data; records research procedures and results; files and maintains records; codes data for input for electronic data processing; inputs and retrieves data using computers Performs other duties as assigned KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES Broad knowledge involving laboratory techniques or other specialized knowledge is desired Knowledge of laboratory procedures: cell culture and in vitro assays, immunoblotting Knowledge of the use and preparation of culture media, chemicals, and reagents Verbal and written communication skills Interpersonal/human relation skills Ability to follow verbal and written instructions Ability to tend to details Ability to maintain records and inventories Ability to operate a personal computer MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Bachelor's degree in science or a closely related field Previous experience in basic science research Function Lab Support Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40 Saint Louis University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.

All qualified candidates will receive consideration for the position applied for without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, military/veteran status, gender identity, or other non-merit factors.