Are you looking for a change? We have the perfect opportunity for you!

As a Research Assistant you will assist in performing research activities in collaboration with internal/external personnel to complete science based projects. You will independently craft, plan, and develop new methods and technologies for project advancement. You will maintain a high level of expertise through familiarity with scientific literature and implement a quality assurance plan, as well as participate in scientific conferences and contribute to scientific journals.

• An effective communicator, capable of resolving how best to reach different audiences and executing communications based on that understanding.
• Adept at planning and prioritizing work to meet commitments with a keen eye for detail.
• Eager to seek new opportunities and tough challenges with a sense of urgency, high energy, and passion.

• Conduct a wide variety of experimental tests for Investigators by developing new research methods or improving existing ones as needed.
• Ensure laboratory equipment, instruments, solutions, stains, assays and other supplies for research experiments are prepared for testing.
• Work may involve culture and/or cell separation methods; electrophoretic separations: assays (e.g., RIA, TIA, ELISA).
• Respond to and produces reports comprising of the requested statistics for the study as requested by the laboratory head and members of the research team.
• Responsible for scheduling staff and ensuring timeliness of work; may contribute to the performance appraisal process.
• Develops proficiency testing and preparation of reports by following outlined technical procedures and supervises inventory using quality-control mechanisms and documentation.

• Bachelor's Degree (Biology, Chemistry, etc.) or 5-7 years of work experience in a Biological Laboratory Environment.
• Masters Degree in Sciences or 3-5 years of shown experience.
• We are eager to find candidates with an appetite for knowledge and who are interested in pursuing a career in research.

Competitive compensation packages | Sick Time |Generous Vacation+ 12 holidays to recharge & refuel| Internal Career Mobility & Performance Consulting | Medical, Dental, Vision, FSA & Dependent Care|403b Retirement Savings Plan Match|Tuition Reimbursement |Parental Leave & Adoption Assistance |Commuter Spending Account |Fitness Discounts &Wellness Program | Resource Networks| Life Insurance & Disability | Remote Flexibility

We believe in communication, openness, and thinking beyond your 8-hour day @ MSK. Its important to us that you are able to impact the community, and maintain a work/life balance to be and feel your best. We want to ensure we show you how much your work matters to us.

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