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University of Massachusetts Amherst Temporary Professional (Temporary Research Assistant) - BioEpi Wet Lab in Amherst, Massachusetts
Temporary Professional (Temporary Research Assistant) - BioEpi Wet Lab
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Work type: Hourly
Location: UMass Amherst
Department:Biostatistics & Epidemiology
Union:Non-Benefited
Categories: Temporary Non-Benefited
About UMass Amherst
UMass Amherst, the Commonwealth's flagship campus, is a nationally ranked public research university offering a full range of undergraduate, graduate and professional degrees. The University sits on nearly 1,450-acres in the scenic Pioneer Valley of Western Massachusetts and offers a rich cultural environment in a bucolic setting close to major urban centers. In addition, the University is part of the Five Colleges (including Amherst College, Hampshire College, Mount Holyoke College, and Smith College), which adds to the intellectual energy of the region.
Job Summary
Under the general direction and guidance of Dr. Leyao Wang, the Principal Investigator, this Laboratory Technician will perform lab experiments, sample processing, data collection, data analysis and interpretation as well as prepare the data for presentation and publication.
Essential Functions
Prepare solutions for experiments.
Perform cell cultures, bacterial cultures, virus preparation and infections.
Compile and analyze data from assay.
Other Functions
Performs other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, Education, Experience, Certifications, Licensure)
Previous lab experience
Wet lab skills, including pipetting, cell cultures
Ability to calculate dilutions and molarity
Proficiency with MS Excel, PowerPoint and Word
Basic knowledge of statistics and statistical software
Preferred Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, Education, Experience, Certifications, Licensure)
Microbiology lab work experience.
Physical Demands/Working Conditions
Standing, Sitting, Typical Wet Lab Environment.
Work Schedule
Monday through Friday, 9am - 5pm, 40 hours/week
This is a temporary, non-benefited position.
Salary Information
$15-20/hour.
Special Instructions to Applicants
Along with the application, please submit a resume and contact information for three (3) professional references.
UMass Amherst is committed to a policy of equal opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, caste, creed, sex, age, marital status, national origin, disability, political belief or affiliation, pregnancy and pregnancy-related condition(s), veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, genetic information, natural and protective hairstyle and any other class of individuals protected from discrimination in employment, admission to and participation in academic programs, activities, and services, and the selection of vendors who provide services or products to the University. To fulfill that policy, UMass Amherst is further committed to a program of affirmative action to eliminate or mitigate artificial barriers and to increase opportunities for the recruitment and advancement of qualified minorities, women, persons with disabilities, and covered veterans. It is the policy of UMass Amherst to comply with the applicable federal and state statutes, rules, and regulations concerning equal opportunity and affirmative action.
Advertised: Nov 5 2024 Eastern Standard Time
Applications close: Jan 7 2025 Eastern Standard Time