(Class Code: 0800AL) (PTAA)
Position Description
POSITION IS LIMITED TO 7/31/2010 WITH EXTENSION
CONTINGENT ON FUNDING.
TITLE: Research Assistant II
DIVISION: Academic Affairs (Arts & Sciences: Physics)
REPORTS TO: Principal Investigator
GRADE: 3
SUPERVISES: Assistants as assigned
BASIC FUNCTION:
Perform cell biology or animal research work under the supervision of the Principal Investigator.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Assist in performing
HPLC separation.
Perform cell culture
maintenance and basic cell culture assays.
Assist in animal
work.
OTHER DUTIES AND
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Place equipment/supply orders as needed.
Perform other duties as required.
LICENSES, TOOLS AND
EQUIPMENT:
Personal computers, printers; word processing and spreadsheet software; laboratory instruments.
ENVIRONMENTAL
CONDITIONS:
The incumbent is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions.
QUALIFICATIONS:
REQUIRED: Bachelor's degree in Molecular and Cell Biology or Animal Sciences; two years of experience in a research environment in cell biology or animal science (two years of research work in cell biology or animal sciences during Master’s studies may be considered); strong interpersonal skills and ability to work in a team setting; ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing; ability to work with diverse groups.
TO APPLY:
Submit
(no emails or faxes, please) a resume and cover letter
postmarked by 07-17-09 to:
Yana O. Reshetnyak, Search Chair
Requisition # 12512
University of Rhode Island
PO Box G
Kingston, RI 02881
An Affirmative
Action/Equal
ALL
REQUIREMENTS ARE SUBJECT TO POSSIBLE MODIFICATION TO REASONABLY ACCOMMODATE
INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES. The