Overview

This Silklab research assistant job exists to assist in the processing, analytical measurement, and characterization of biopolymeric material. The opportunity involves a collaboration project with an industrial partner involved with global consumer electronics and technology.

What You'll Do

This is a grant funded position and is not eligible for severance pay.

The Silklab Research Assistant position will assist in the processing, analytical measurement, and characterization of biopolymeric material. This opportunity involves a collaboration project with an industrial partner involved with global consumer electronics and technology.

Responsibilities include:

• Conducts specialized laboratory experiments
• Performs advanced procedures such as DNA sequencing and molecular biology techniques
• Develops research study design, techniques and protocols in collaboration with Principal Investigator
• Reviews results and suggests modifications to experiments and protocols where necessary
• Oversees collection and data entry of results
• Analyzes and interprets data and drafts results of experiments
• Writes summaries and material for presentation and publication
• May perform other duties as assigned to meet the ongoing needs of the organization

What We're Looking For

Basic Requirements:

• Knowledge and skills typically acquired by a Bachelor’s of Science degree in biomedical engineering or bioengineering or related background
• Experience working in a biological laboratory
• Background in biomaterials

Preferred Qualifications:

• Knowledge and skills typically acquired by a Master’s of Science degree in biomedical engineering, chemical engineering, materials engineering or related field
• Knowledge of and experience with advanced laboratory techniques and procedures, data interpretation and statistical analysis
• Background in bio-silk and biomaterials
• Research experience in an academic lab

Pay Range

Minimum $47,800.00, Midpoint $59,850.00, Maximum $71,900.00

Salary is based on related experience, expertise, and internal equity; generally, new hires can expect pay between the minimum and midpoint of the range.