Research Assistant

Auburn

$33,300 - $57,900

United States, Alabama, Auburn

1550 East Glenn Avenue (Show on map)

April 23, 2024

Position Details

Position Information

Requisition Number	S3498P
Home Org Name	Pathobiology
Division Name	College of Veterinary Medicine
Position Title	Research Assistant
Job Class Code	HA01 A-C
Appointment Status	Full-time
Part-time FTE
Limited Term	No
Limited Term Length
Job Summary	The Department of Pathobiology at the College of Veterinary Medicine is hiring a Research Assistant I, II III, who will work in one of our Virology Research Laboratories and will be involved in several extramurally funded projects investigating the prevalence, pathogenesis and evolution of animal and zoonotic viruses. The Research Assistant hired will assist researchers in planning, maintaining or completing research programs and/or projects involved in the discovery of new knowledge, techniques, and concepts which require fundamental scientific/research knowledge, skills and abilities following relevant policies, procedures, regulations and laws. At Auburn, our work changes lives. Learn more about Auburn's impact, as well as generous employee benefits and opportunities by visiting aub.ie/working-at-auburn.
Essential Functions	Assists in the development of project proposals, plans and protocols. Conducts routine or fundamental experiments, investigations and/or studies related to programs and projects in pursuit of new knowledge, techniques and concepts. These will include: basic molecular biology tests and experiments, such as qRT-PCR, PCR, transformations, DNA, RNA extractions and cloning, next generation sequencing, cellular and immunologic assays according to standard operating procedures. Assists with logistical considerations to include equipment, materials, and labor needs. Collects data/samples related to others' research and in routine cases. Records, compiles, processes and analyzes data/samples. Documents results and observations in writing as well as presenting results to others. May assist in the preparation of research results for publication or presentation at conferences to include assisting in literature reviews and assisting in the writing of results and discussions. May instruct students and/or supervise others' research in area of expertise.

Minimum Qualifications

Focus of Education: Biology, Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, Microbiology, Virology or a related science field.

Level I: Bachelor's degree in discipline appropriate to position and no experience.
Level II: Bachelor's degree in discipline appropriate to position and 2 years experience.
Level III: Bachelor's degree in discipline appropriate to position and 4 years experience, including at least 2 years at the preceding level or equivalent.

Minimum Skills, License, and Certifications

Minimum Skills and Abilities
Minimum Technology Skills
Minimum License and Certifications

Desired Qualifications

Desired Qualifications	Post graduate training in Biology, Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, Microbiology, Virology or a related science field.

Posting Detail Information

Salary Range	$33,300 - $57,900
Job Category	Agricultural/Veterinary Medicine
Working Hours if Non-Traditional
City position is located in:	Auburn
State position is located:	Alabama
List any hazardous conditions or physical demands required by this position
Posting Date	03/22/2024
Closing Date
EEO Statement	Auburn University is committed to an inclusive and diverse campus environment. Women, underrepresented groups, individuals with disabilities and veterans are encouraged to apply. AUBURN UNIVERSITY IS AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/ EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. It is our policy to provide equal employment opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, sex, religion, color, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by applicable law.
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