UMass Chan Medical School · 1 day ago
Research Associate I
Worcester, MA
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry LevelUMass Chan Medical School is a leading institution in medical education and research, and they are seeking a Research Associate I to provide operational support to the laboratory. The role involves performing research experiments, maintaining records, and assisting with data analysis under the direction of the Principal Investigator.
EducationHigher EducationMedical
Responsibilities
Perform laboratory experiments and may be responsible for a single research project
Utilize all software relevant to experiment and equipment used
Interpret data, form conclusions and decide on next steps under the direction of the PI or designee
Maintain accurate records, may modify protocols with the approval of the PI or designee
Review literature, publications and grants relevant to assigned projects
Record results according to established lab, sponsor & university protocol
Assist with performing data analysis and/or mathematical computations
Maintain a detailed lab notebook according to lab practice
Present findings at lab/group meetings
Monitor laboratory supply levels and order as noted
Prepare and label buffers, media, solutions, etc
Assist with and comply with all safety regulation and infection control standards
Train on IACUC, IRB, EHS, Radiation safety protocols
Comply with all applicable state, federal university, and sponsor policies and agreements
Provide support with identifying problems and challenges, propose resolutions, implement appropriate solutions
Provide support with drafting standard operation procedures in compliance with EHS regulation specific for the lab
Qualification
Required
Bachelors degree in Biological or Natural Science, or equivalent experience
Basic understanding of lab safety and protocols
Knowledge of Microsoft Office products
Ability to analyze data in a quantitative and objective manner
Ability to work in a team environment
Company
UMass Chan Medical School
Massachusetts’ first and only public academic health sciences center is made up of three graduate schools.
Founded in 1962
5001-10000 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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2022 (1)
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$13.6MKey Investors
Centers for Disease Control and PreventionCommonwealth of Massachusetts
2025-11-18Grant· $2M
2024-04-03Grant· $11.6M
Leadership Team
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Marc Uknis
Adjunct Associate Professor Of Surgery, Microbiology & Applied Physiology
Michael Collins
Chancellor
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