SEARCH CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

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. 

“The Pitarresi Lab studies pancreatic cancer, one of the most lethal cancers with a dismal five-year survival rate of less than 10%. In the Pitarresi lab, we identify and study novel factors that increase metastasis, to discover new therapeutically targetable pathways that may block pancreatic cancer disease progression. To this end, we use genetically engineered mouse models, human patient-derived 3D organoid systems, genome-wide screening approaches, and state-of-the-art sequencing technologies to identify these new drivers of metastasis. The PI, Jason Pitarresi, is a newly established lab at UMMS who is looking for a motivated lab manager/research technician to join his budding team of scientists. Previous work with animals (mice) or cell culture is preferred, but not required.”