Research Assistant

Research Assistant

George Washington University, United States

about 22 hours ago

Location:

Washington, PENNSYLVANIA

Job Type:

FullTime

Deadline:

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Posting Details

I. DEPARTMENT INFORMATION

Job Description Summary:

GW has everything you need to succeed in discovery. Outstanding research, state-of-the-art facilities and world-class faculty support discovery and innovative solutions. Researchers and faculty across campus advance interdisciplinary and emerging research and scholarship. Our active GW Postdoctoral Association welcomes your engagement in social and professional activities as you join our research teams. Research guides, coding and data management solutions as well as extensive online journals from GW Libraries help to guide your study. The Office of the Vice Provost for Research (OVPR) supports the research infrastructure and facilitates several institutional research initiatives.

The Department of Microbiology, Immunology & Tropical Medicine (MITM) at the School of Medicine & Health Sciences conducts innovative, fundamental, basic and translational research for neglected tropical diseases and other infectious diseases. MITM has a strong tradition of training and policy advocacy for these infectious diseases, which initiate and perpetuate poverty and suffering worldwide. Additional information on MITM can be found at the following link: smhs.gwu/microbiology/

A Research Assistant position is available in the Laboratory of Translational Type 2 Immunity at the School of Medicine and Health Sciences, George Washington University, Washington DC, under the supervision of Dr. Pedro Gazzinelli-Guimaraes. The successful candidate will perform laboratory research on projects focused on the molecular program of human B cells and antibodies of individuals infected with helminth parasites and/or vaccinated against helminth parasites. The candidate will use advanced techniques including ELISA, multi-parameter flow cytometry and luminex to investigate the heterogeneity of antigen-specific antibody responses in the context of helminth and/or vaccination. In general, the Research Assistant will conduct specialized and advanced experiments using established scientific protocols, troubleshoot and design new protocols, summarize findings, under the general supervision of a faculty member. In some cases, the candidate will assume general responsibility for general scientific operations in the lab.

Performs other work-related duties as assigned. The omission of specific duties does not preclude the supervisor from assigning duties that are reasonably related to the position.

Minimum Qualifications:

Qualified candidates will hold a BA/BS in a related discipline. Degree must be conferred by the start date of the position.

Additional Required Licenses/Certifications/Posting Specific Minimum Qualifications:

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience in immunology, spectra flow cytometry, ELISA and other immunological techniques.

The candidate will have strong collaborative skills, and excellent written and oral communication skills is highly preferred.

Hiring Range $18.40 - $23.07

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Healthcare Benefits

GW offers a comprehensive benefit package that includes medical, dental, vision, life & disability insurance, time off & leave, retirement savings, tuition, well-being and various voluntary benefits. For program details and eligibility, please visit hr.gwu/benefits-programs.

II. POSITION INFORMATION

Campus Location: Foggy Bottom, Washington, D.C.

College/School/Department: School of Medicine and Health Sciences (SMHS)

Family Research and Labs

Sub-Family Laboratory Research

Stream Service and Support

Level Level 2

Full-Time/Part-Time: Full-Time

Hours Per Week: 40

Work Schedule: M-F 9am- 5:30pm

Will this job require the employee to work on site? Yes

Employee Onsite Status On-campus (in person)

Telework:

Required ground Check Criminal History Screening, Education/Degree/Certifications Verification, Social Security Number Trace, and Sex Offender Registry Search

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Employer will not sponsor for employment Visa status

Internal Applicants Only? No

Posting Number: R002400

Job Open Date:

Job Close Date:

ground Screening Successful Completion of a ground Screening will be required as a condition of hire.

EEO Statement:

The university is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer that does not unlawfully discriminate in any of its programs or activities on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or on any other basis prohibited by applicable law.