Job Title:

Research Assistant

Physical Location:

Kent Campus - Kent, OH 

Salary:

 $15.00 - $19.71 per hour

Basic Function:

We are seeking a full-time Research Assistant in the Department of Anthropology. The position is funded by National Institute on Aging Grants (5 years) to examine the interrelationship of age-related changes in cardiovascular and cerebrovascular diseases, as well as neurodegenerative diseases, in humans and nonhuman primates to understand their impact on longevity and health span.

Additional Basic Function – if applicable:

 

Examples of Duties:

Duties/essential functions may include, but not be limited to, the following: 

The successful candidate will be responsible for performing histology, immunohistochemistry, advanced unbiased stereology, and protein assays.  In addition, the candidate will assist in day-to-day laboratory management, ordering supplies, training students on experimental techniques, data analyses, scientific presentations, drafting publications, and other duties as assigned by the principal investigators.

Additional Examples of Duties – if applicable:

 

Minimum Qualifications:

A bachelor's or master's degree in Neuroscience, Biology, Biotechnology, or Biomedical Sciences

Prior experience (1-2 years) in a laboratory setting

Highly motivated, dependable, and consistently on time

Strong organizational and time-management skills

Ability to multi-task and meet deadlines

Effective problem-solving skills

Adherence to rigorous scientific and ethical standards for research

Demonstrate professional interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills

Ability to work independently with limited supervision

License/Certification:

 

Knowledge Of:

 

Skill In:

 

Ability To:

 

Preferred Qualifications – if applicable:

 

Assessments:

Asterisk (*) indicates knowledge, skills, abilities which require assessments

Working Conditions / Physical Requirements:

 

Working Schedule:

 This is an intermittent opening, on-call, as need position.  Schedule will vary to meet departmental needs.

Additional Information:

 Please apply online, and attach a cover letter, curriculum vitae, and contact information for three references (including email addresses).

Must pass a security check.

Kent State University is committed to creating a community that is culturally and intellectually diverse and to attracting and retaining a diverse staff. We strive to create and maintain working and learning environments that respect differences, and are inclusive, welcoming, respectful and kind.

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Disclaimer:

The intent of this description is to illustrate the types of duties and responsibilities that will be required of positions given this title and should not be interpreted to describe all the specific duties and responsibilities that may be required in any particular position. Directly related experience/education beyond the minimum stated may be substituted where appropriate at the discretion of the Appointing Authority. Kent State University reserves the right to revise or change job duties, job hours, and responsibilities.