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Santa Clara University · 5 months ago

On-Call, Jr. Research Assistant

Santa Clara, CA

Full-time

Onsite

Entry Level

$25.05/hr - $25.05/hr

2+ years exp

Santa Clara University is seeking an On-Call, Junior Research Assistant to assist in data acquisition and analysis for experimental laboratory research. The role involves characterizing protein-nanoparticle interactions, conducting literature searches, and maintaining laboratory safety and inventory.

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Responsibilities

Assist in the Characterization and Study of protein-nanoparticle interactions

Evaluate nanomaterial size and surface properties using advanced instrumentation, including dynamic light scattering (DLS)

Quantify, identify, and characterize proteins using advanced instrumentation including mass spectrometry (MS), quantitative protein assays (e.g. Braford or BCA), circular dichroism (CD), and other optical spectroscopy techniques

Analyze and process spectroscopic data to generate plots and figures

Execute routine troubleshooting of commonly used instrumentation in the laboratory by interfacing with laboratory management staff and/or service representatives

Conduct searches of the scientific literature at the request of the supervisor and summarize findings, including posting articles to online repositories

Prepare bibliographies for and proofread grant proposals and research articles produced by the supervisor

Keep a working inventory of routinely used chemicals and consumables, and place orders with vendors to replenish these as needed

Execute and report regular online laboratory safety inspections via the university portal

Remedy minor safety code infractions within the laboratory

Write standard operating procedure protocol documents to train new students to execute routine laboratory procedures safely and reproducibly

Ensures that undergraduate student researchers maintain a safe laboratory environment and adhere to standard laboratory procedures

Identifies and determines cause of problems; develops and presents recommendations for improvement of established processes and practices

Maximizes productivity through use of appropriate tools

Researches and develops resources that create timely and efficient workflow

Prepares progress reports, informs supervisor of project status and deviation from goals

Ensures completeness, accuracy and timeliness of all operational functions

Prepares and submits written or oral reports as requested and required

Develops and implements standard operating procedures to support the functions of the laboratory

Other duties as assigned

Qualification

Spectroscopic characterizationData acquisitionAnalysisSafe handling of chemicalsBasic scientific writingLaboratory equipment useRecord keepingLiterature searchingLaboratory safety understandingTeam collaborationIndependent work