Gallagher Laboratory

Support research projects by performing laboratory experiments. The experiments will be carried out as instructed by the Principal Investigator (PI).

Assist the PI, postdoctoral associates and graduate students with various lab procedures and projects.

Develop and organize research findings with orderly records. The development of laboratory reports requires strong writing and communication skills.

Analyze primary biological literature pertaining to the laboratory research projects. The analyses require familiarity with basic methods in microbiology, biochemistry, cell biology and molecular genetics, and the ability to organize productive searches of scientific data bases.

Maintain a safe and orderly working environment that ensures compliance with all safety regulations.

Maintain a productive working environment by insuring ample supply of consumable reagents. Lab maintenance includes working with vendors and purchasing departments to secure needed reagents.

Education Required: Bachelors Degree OR equivalent training acquired via work experience or education Preferred: Bachelors Degree Experience Required: None Preferred: 1-2 years of previous job-related experience

* Bachelor of Science degree in biology, chemistry or related field

* Ability to work independently after training

* Ability to follow written and verbal procedures and document activities accurately

* Strong organizational skills

* Goal and deadline oriented

* Strong professional communication skills, both verbal and written

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Proficient with Microsoft office suite, email, and desktop operating systems