research assistant

United Arab Emirates University

Job Description
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Job Description The Department of Microbiology & Immunology at the College of Medicine & Health Sciences is seeking a Research Assistant for a grant-funded project in bacteriology and microbial genomics. The Research Assistant will work on laboratory-based studies involving bacterial culture, identification, and molecular analysis, as well as computational analysis of bacterial genomes, metagenomes, and transcriptomes. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience in microbiology and familiarity with bioinformatics pipelines for analyzing high-throughput sequencing data. Experience with tools such as R, Python, or related platforms will be highly beneficial. The project may involve supporting experimental design, sample processing for sequencing, computational data analysis, and preparation of research reports and publications. The preferred candidate should have demonstrated experience in bacteriology, microbial genomics, or bioinformatics, and hold a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a relevant field. An appropriate educational degree supplemented with documented evidence to support the following: • Skilled in microbiology/bacteriology laboratory techniques • Ability to culture, isolate, and characterize bacterial strains • Basic experience with microbial genomics or NGS data analysis • Ability to assist with genomic, metagenomic, and transcriptomic workflows • Good technical writing skills and ability to assist in scientific reporting • Flexible approach and initiative in executing the role • Ability to support graduate students and collaborate with team members
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Minimum Qualification
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<li>Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Microbiology, Biotechnology, Bioinformatics, Computational Biology, or related fields • Experience with bioinformatics tools for bacterial genome assembly, annotation, and comparative analysis</li>
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Preferred Qualification
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As above
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Expected Skills
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<li>Familiarity with metagenomic and transcriptomic datasets (16S, WGS, RNA-seq) • Ability to work with R or Python for data visualization and analysis • Demonstrable willingness to support laboratory and computational work • Adaptability and flexibility to meet research demands • Commitment to maintaining a safe and healthy laboratory environment</li>
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Close Date Kindly apply before the closing date.
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26/01/2026

Research Assistant

University of South Carolina

<p></p><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><b>Posting Number</b></div> <div>RTF00003PO26</div>
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<div><div><b>USC Market Title</b></div> <div>Research Specialist</div>
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<div><div><b>Link to USC Market Title</b></div> <div>https://uscjobs.sc.edu/titles/156405</div>
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<div><div><b>Business Title (Internal Title)</b></div> <div>Research Assistant</div>
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<div><div><b>Campus</b></div> <div>Columbia</div>
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<div><div><b>Work County</b></div> <div>Richland</div>
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<div><div><b>College/Division</b></div> <div>College of Arts and Sciences</div>
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<div><div><b>Department</b></div> <div>CAS Psychology</div>
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<div><div><b>Advertised Salary Range</b></div> <div>$44,296 - Salary commensurate with qualifications.</div>
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<div><div><b>Location of Vacancy</b></div>
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<div></div><div><div><b>Part/Full Time</b></div> <div>Full Time</div>
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<div><div><b>Hours per Week</b></div> <div>37.5</div>
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<div><div><b>Work Schedule</b></div>
<ul><li>Standard schedule is Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. with the one hour for lunch.</li>
<li>Must be willing to work a flexible schedule to meet the needs of the department.</li>
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<div><div><b>Type of Staff Position</b></div> <div>Staff Research Grant (SRGP)</div>
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<div><div><b>Basis </b></div><div>12 months</div>
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<div><div><b>Job Search Category</b></div> <div>Other Professional</div>
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</div></div></div><div><div>About USC
</div><p></p><div><div><div><div><b>About University of South Carolina</b></div>
<div>From the Upstate to the Lowcountry, the University of South Carolina system is transforming the lives of South Carolinians through the impact of our eight institutions and 20 locations throughout the state. More than 50,000 students are enrolled at one of eight institutions, including the research campus in Columbia and comprehensive four-year universities in Aiken, Upstate and Beaufort. In addition, our Palmetto College campuses in Salkehatchie, Union, Lancaster and Sumter enable students to earn associate or bachelor&rsquo;s degrees through a combination of in-person, online or blended learning. All of our system institutions place strong emphasis on service &mdash; helping to build healthier, more educated communities in South Carolina and beyond.</div>
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</div></div></div><div><div>Benefits for Research Grant or Time-Limited Positions Are Indicated Below
<p>The University of South Carolina (UofSC), through the State of SC and Public Employee Benefit Authority (PEBA), offers employees a valuable benefits package, including health and life insurance, generous paid leave and retirement programs. To learn more about UofSC benefits, access the &quot;Working at USC&quot; section on the Applicant Portal at https://uscjobs.sc.edu. Research Grant or Time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some, or no benefits, based on the grant or project funding.</p>
</div><div><div><div><div><b>South Carolina Retirement</b></div> <div>Yes</div>
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<div><div><b>State Insurance Programs</b></div> <div>Yes</div>
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<div><div><b>Annual Leave</b></div> <div>Yes</div>
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<div><div><b>Sick Leave</b></div> <div>Yes</div>
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</div></div></div><div><div>Position Description
</div><p></p><div><div><div><div><b>Advertised Job Summary</b></div>
<div>We seek a Research Assistant to support cognitive neuroscience projects investigating individual differences. The position involves recruiting and scheduling participants, conducting behavioral experiments and fMRI scanning sessions, preprocessing neuroimaging data, performing literature reviews, and assisting with computational analyses. The ideal candidate will work closely with graduate students and postdocs, gaining hands-on experience with experimental design, neuroimaging methods, and data analysis techniques. This role offers excellent training opportunities for individuals pursing graduate studies in psychology, neuroscience, or related fields.</div>
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<div><div><b>Job Related Minimum Required Education and Experience</b></div>
<div>Requires a master&rsquo;s degree in area of research specialty.</div>
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<div><div><b>Required Certification, Licensure/Other Credentials</b></div>
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<div></div><div><div><b>Preferred Qualifications</b></div>
<div>Experience with Python, MATLAB, or R. Prior research experience in cognitive psychology, neuroscience, or computational modeling. Experience working with human participants. Familiarity with fMRI/EEG/behavioral experiment software (PsychoPy, MATLAB Psychtoolbox).</div>
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<div><div><b>Knowledge/Skills/Abilities</b></div>
<div>Programming and computing skills are highly preferred. Ability to communicate clearly with participants and team members.<br>
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</div></div></div><div><div>Job Duties
</div><p></p><div><div><div><div><b>Job Duty</b></div>
<div>Analysis and visualization of data for research projects, particularly fMRI and behavioral data</div>
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<div><div><b>Essential Function</b></div> <div>Yes</div>
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<div><div><b>Percentage of Time</b></div> <div>30</div>
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</div></div><div><div><div><div><b>Job Duty</b></div>
<div>Writing manuscripts for publications, communicating the findings through meetings and conferences.</div>
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<div><div><b>Essential Function</b></div> <div>Yes</div>
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<div><div><b>Percentage of Time</b></div> <div>30</div>
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</div></div><div><div><div><div><b>Job Duty</b></div>
<div>Coordinate participant communication, consent processes, and IRB-compliant documentation.</div>
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<div><div><b>Essential Function</b></div> <div>Yes</div>
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<div><div><b>Percentage of Time</b></div> <div>25</div>
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</div></div><div><div><div><div><b>Job Duty</b></div>
<div>Maintain lab equipment, manage lab inventory, assist with purchasing and logistics.</div>
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<div><div><b>Essential Function</b></div> <div>Yes</div>
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<div><div><b>Percentage of Time</b></div> <div>5</div>
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</div></div><div><div><div><div><b>Job Duty</b></div>
<div>Contribute to lab meetings, scientific discussions and peer-review .</div>
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<div><div><b>Essential Function</b></div> <div>Yes</div>
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<div><div><b>Percentage of Time</b></div> <div>10</div>
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</div></div></div><div><div>Position Attributes
</div><p></p><div><div><div><div><b>Hazardous weather category</b></div> <div>Non-Essential</div>
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<div><div><b>Employees in Safety-Sensitive or Security-Sensitive positions will be subject to pre-employment and post-employment drug testing in accordance with University policy HR 1.95 Drug and Alcohol Testing.</b></div> <div>No</div>
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</div></div></div><div><div>Posting Detail Information
</div><p></p><div><div><div><div><b>Number of Vacancies</b></div> <div>1</div>
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<div><div><b>Desired Start Date</b></div> <div>01/01/2026</div>
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<div><div><b>Position End Date </b></div><div>12/31/2026</div>
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<div><div><b>Job Open Date</b></div> <div>01/09/2026</div>
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<div><div><b>Job Close Date</b></div> <div>02/23/2026</div>
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<div><div><b>Open Until Filled</b></div> <div>No</div>
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<div><div><b>Special Instructions to Applicant</b></div>
<div><div><b><i>Positions are advertised for a minimum of five (5) business days on our job website. After five (5) business days, positions can be closed at the discretion of the department at any time. This employment site is updated on a regular basis. The length of the recruitment and screening process may vary from position to position, depending upon a variety of factors. Should review of your qualifications result in a decision to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted by phone or email.</i></b></div><div><b><i><br>
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</div><div><b><i>We are only accepting applications submitted by</i></b><b> February 23, 2026.</b><br>
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<div><div><b>Quicklink for Posting</b></div> <div>https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/200991</div>
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<div><div><b>EEO Statement</b></div>
<div>The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in educational or employment opportunities or decisions for qualified persons on the basis of age, ancestry, citizenship status, color, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender (including transgender), gender identity or expression, genetic information, HIV/AIDs status, military status, national origin, pregnancy (false pregnancy, termination of pregnancy, childbirth, recovery therefrom or related medical conditions, breastfeeding), race, religion (including religious dress and grooming practices), sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other bases under federal, state, local law, or regulations.</div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div><p></p>

Virginia Tech

<div><div><div><ul><li>535193
</li></ul></div><div><ul><li>Roanoke, Virginia, United States
</li></ul></div><div><ul><li>Fralin Biomedical Res. Institute
</li></ul></div><div><ul><li>Research / Scientific
</li></ul></div><div><ul><li>Staff
</li></ul></div><div></div><div><ul><li>Virginia Tech</li></ul></div></div><p></p><div><br>
</div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><p><b>Job Description</b></p>
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<div><p>The Noninvasive Ultrasound Lab at the Fralin Biomedical Research Institute at Virginia Tech in association with the Department of Neuroscience has an immediate opening for a highly motivated research assistant. The Noninvasive Ultrasound Lab led by Dr. Wynn Legon, studies human neuromodulation primarily using low-intensity focused ultrasound (LIFU). The research seeks to develop and optimize LIFU as a new human brain mapping tool and for translation to clinical therapies in addiction, mental health and pain. Knowledge in basic computer skills, record keeping and experience with human data collection is required. The candidate must have excellent interpersonal skills and be comfortable working with a diverse population including clinical patients, engineers, and scientists. Experience working in a research laboratory is helpful but not mandatory. The lab requires the candidate to interact with patients, participants, clinicians and researchers on and off site to maintain operation of lab research activities including collection of human subjects data that includes using electroencephalography (EEG), electromyography (EMG), electrocardiography (ECG), continuous blood-pressure monitoring, application of transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) and collection of behavioral data. This position also requires initiating and maintaining IRB applications, storing and filing electronic and paper data as well some basic data analysis and presentation. Training is provided for all above skill and techniques. Some familiarity with the above techniques/requirements is a plus. Strong intrapersonal skills and desire and ability to work with different participants and patient populations is a must. There is opportunity for the candidate to participate in research publication and attendance at national scientific conferences if able and appropriate. The Legon team was the first to apply LIFU to humans for non-invasive neuromodulation and seeks to extend our ground-breaking findings to clinical and therapeutic applications including addiction, mental health and pain.</p>
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</div><div><div><p><b>Required Qualifications</b></p>
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<div><ul><li>Strong communication, interpersonal, organizational and team skills</li><li>Basic computer skills</li><li>Record keeping and experience with data collection</li><li>Ability to work with different participants and patient populations</li></ul>
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</div><div><div><p><b>Preferred Qualifications</b></p>
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<div><ul><li>Coursework or training in health science, neuroscience, psychology, kinesiology or related field</li><li>Relevant experience in a research setting</li><li>Demonstrated experience supporting and coordinating human subjects' research</li></ul>
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</div><div><div><p><b>Pay Band</b></p>
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<div><p>3</p>
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</div><div><div><p><b>Overtime Status</b></p>
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<div><p>Non-Exempt: Eligible for overtime</p>
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</div><div><div><p><b>Appointment Type</b></p>
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<div><p>Restricted</p>
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</div><div><div><p><b>Salary Information</b></p>
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<div><p>Commensurate with Experience.</p>
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</div><div><div><p><b>Hours per week</b></p>
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<div><p>40</p>
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</div><div><div><p><b>Review Date</b></p>
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<div><p>1/19/2026</p>
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</div><div><div><p><b>Additional Information</b></p>
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<div><p>The successful candidate will be required to have a criminal conviction check.</p>
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About Virginia Tech</b></p>
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</div><div><div><p>Dedicated to its motto, <i>Ut Prosim</i> (That I May Serve), Virginia Tech pushes the boundaries of knowledge by taking a hands-on, transdisciplinary approach to preparing scholars to be leaders and problem-solvers. A comprehensive land-grant institution that enhances the quality of life in Virginia and throughout the world, Virginia Tech is an inclusive community dedicated to knowledge, discovery, and creativity. The university offers more than 280 majors to a diverse enrollment of more than 36,000 undergraduate, graduate, and professional students in eight undergraduate colleges, a school of medicine, a veterinary medicine college, Graduate School, and Honors College. The university has a significant presence across Virginia, including Blacksburg, the greater Washington, D.C. area, the Health Sciences and Technology Campus in Roanoke, sites in Newport News and Richmond, and numerous Extension offices and research institutes. A leading global research institution, Virginia Tech conducts more than $650 million in research annually.</p>
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Virginia Tech endorses and encourages participation in professional development opportunities and university shared governance. These valuable contributions to university shared governance provide important representation and perspective, along with opportunities for unique and impactful professional development.</p>
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</div></div><p>Virginia Tech does not discriminate against employees, students, or applicants on the basis of age, color, disability, sex (including pregnancy), gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, ethnicity or national origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sexual orientation, or military status, or otherwise discriminate against employees or applicants who inquire about, discuss, or disclose their compensation or the compensation of other employees or applicants, or on any other basis protected by law.</p>
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If you are an individual with a disability and desire an accommodation, please contact <b>Brittany Shelton</b> at <b>sheltb@vt.edu</b><b> </b>during regular business hours at least 10 business days prior to the event.</p></div></div></div></div></div>

University of Massachusetts

<div>Overview:
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GENERAL SUMMARY OF POSITION:
</b></div><p>Under the direction of the Principal Investigator or designee, the Clinical Research Assistant is responsible for performing delegated tasks and procedures involving human subjects in support of clinical research protocols.</p>
Responsibilities:
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MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:</b></div><div></div><div><b><i><br>
Clinical Operations</i></b></div><ul><li>
Assist PI in development of protocol-specific tools to aid in study documentation
</li><li>Collect record, evaluate, update, and store/transport pertinent data and samples in relation to protocol
</li><li>Schedule patient tests and/or interviews
</li><li>Conduct patient telephone follow-up
</li><li>Maintain appropriate operations as needed including to stock, inventory, store, and order samples/supplies<i>
</i></li></ul><div><b><i>Administration</i></b></div><ul><li>
Review medical records and medical record abstractions for consistency and completeness
</li><li>Comply with established policies, health and safety regulations and requirements, procedures, and department objectives</li><li>
Maintain patient and study subject confidentiality</li></ul><br>
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Qualifications:
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REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:</b></div><ul><li>
Bachelor&rsquo;s degree or equivalent experience</li><li>
Experience in using computer-based tools (Word, Excel, Access, Outlook, PowerPoint, etc.)</li><li>
Oral and written communication skills</li><li>
Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills required</li></ul>
Additional Information:
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Added Qualifications:</b></div><ul><li>
Meeting logistics, agendas, minutes, and follow-ups</li><li>
Documentation systems (SOPs, manuals of operations)</li><li>
Experience using project management tools to plan, track, and report on complex research and administrative workflows, such as Microsoft Teams and Project/Planner</li></ul></div>

Clinical Research Assistant

Weill Cornell Medicine

<div><div>Title: Clinical Research Assistant</div>
<div>Location: Upper East Side; Queens</div>
<div>Org Unit: Administration-Clinical Research (Peds)</div>
<div>Work Days:</div>
<div>Weekly Hours: 35.00</div>
<div>Exemption Status: Non-Exempt</div>
<div>Salary Range: $22.11 - $25.99</div>
<ul><li>As required under NYC Human Rights Law Int 1208-2018 - Salary range for this role when Hired for NYC Offices</li></ul>
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Position Summary</div>
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Under direction, the Clinical Research Assistant assists in the administration, execution, and overall management of clinical research studies.</div>
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Job Responsibilities</div>
</div><ul><li>Coordinates clinical trials data management in compliance with federal regulations, GCP guidelines &amp; internal policies. Ensures accurate &amp; timely data compilation. Assists research team with facilitating enrollment, treatment &amp; data collection of subjects.
</li><li>Generates study-specific tools to ensure protocol compliance.
</li><li>Assists in screening of potential subjects; registers eligible subjects with the sponsoring agency accordingly.
</li><li>Maintains complete research charts for assigned caseload of subjects. Completes all required case report forms and resolves all outstanding queries in timely manner.
</li><li>Preparing, coordinating, and processing research lab kits as required
</li><li>Assists in coordinating protocol schedule of events.
</li><li>Reports all Adverse Events and Serious Adverse Events (SAEs) to Institutional Review Board and other agencies, as required.
</li><li>Functions as liaison with sponsoring agencies. Coordinates site visits and audits of clinical trials in conjunction with all pertinent staff, including: the monitor/auditor, the regulatory office, investigational pharmacy, and investigators.
</li><li>Maintains and disseminates accurate listing(s) of active and potential study subjects to participating investigators. Acts as a resource for detailed information on assigned protocols and other investigational research activities.
</li><li>Performs other job related duties as required.
</li></ul></div><div><div><div>Education</div>
</div><ul><li>High School Diploma
</li></ul></div><div><div><div>Experience</div>
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Bachelor's degree is preferred.</div>
<div>Previous related experience in a hospital, research, or university environment</div>
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Knowledge, Skills and Abilities</div>
</div><ul><li>Demonstrated ability to multi-task and prioritize in a fast-paced environment.
</li><li>Demonstrated strong communication and interpersonal skills; demonstrated ability to interact with multiple constituencies and exercise &quot;people skills&quot;.
</li><li>Demonstrated organizational skills and ability to pay close attention to detail.
</li><li>Demonstrated proficiency with MS Office Suite and database applications.
</li></ul></div><div><div><div>Licenses and Certifications</div>
</div></div><div><div><div>Working Conditions/Physical Demands</div>
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Travel may be required.</div></div></div></div><br>
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<p>Cornell welcomes students, faculty, and staff with diverse backgrounds from across the globe to pursue world-class education and career opportunities, to further the founding principle of &ldquo;any person, any study.&rdquo; No person shall be denied employment on the basis of any legally protected status or subjected to prohibited discrimination involving, but not limited to, such factors as race, ethnic or national origin, citizenship and immigration status, color, sex, pregnancy or pregnancy-related conditions, age, creed, religion, actual or perceived disability (including persons associated with such a person), arrest and/or conviction record, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, gender expression and/or identity, an individual&rsquo;s genetic information, domestic violence victim status, familial status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.</p>
<p>Cornell University embraces diversity in its workforce and seeks job candidates who will contribute to a climate that supports students, faculty, and staff of all identities and backgrounds. We hire based on merit, and encourage people from historically underrepresented and/or marginalized identities to apply. Consistent with federal law, Cornell engages in affirmative action in employment for qualified protected veterans as defined in the Vietnam Era Veterans&rsquo; Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRRA) and qualified individuals with disabilities under Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act. We also recognize a lawful preference in employment practices for Native Americans living on or near Indian reservations in accordance with applicable law.</p></div><p></p>

Aga Khan University

<div><div>Senior Research Assistant - (2600002N)</div><div><div><br>
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<b>Introduction</b></p><p>
The Outreach and Research Programme of the Department of Paediatrics and Child Health has ten community-based field sites across Pakistan (including four in Karachi) and focuses on research for betterment of women and child health. The Department has a Nutritional Research Laboratory as well as an Infectious Disease Research Laboratory that cater to the needs of its research projects. It has well-acclaimed work to its credit both at the national and international level.</p><p><br>
As an equal opportunity employer, AKU believes in promoting a diverse and inclusive culture and is committed to adopt appropriate standards for safeguarding and promoting a respectful relationship with and between diverse workforce of its faculty, staff, trainees, volunteers, beneficiaries, wider communities, and other stakeholders with whom it works, including children and vulnerable adults and expects all employees/trainees and partners to share this commitment.</p><p>
This is a grant funded contractual position</p><p><b><br>
Responsibilities</b></p><p>
you will be responsible to:</p><ul><li>
work under the supervision of the Research Associate and Research Coordinator, perform various assays like ELISA, DNA extractions, Gel Electrophoresis, Polymerase chain reaction, and other molecular and immunological assays on daily basis according to Laboratory protocols/manual to assist in the timely preparation of the final reports for projects</li><li>
ensure that the samples are received and processed as per the protocol/guidelines stated in the research procedure manual for individual projects, to provide quality service on a daily basis or as and when required</li><li>
follow and assist seniors in implementation of safety standards according to Research Laboratory Safety Manual on a daily basis for own safety and the safety of the others</li><li>
assist in maintaining inventory logs, manual sample receiving and data maintenance record</li><li>
other duties or responsibilities assigned by the Lab-Manger/In-charge technologist</li><li>
confirm by discussing unusual findings found in the specimen currently working on with the seniors to avoid any misleading results going out to the data management facility for projects as and when required</li><li>
maintain proper records of results as instructed and compile project results for presentation at departmental meetings</li></ul></div><p></p><div><div><br>
</div><p><b>Requirement</b></p><p>
You should have:</p><ul><li>
B.S./MSc. in Biological Sciences/Microbiology/biotechnology</li><li>
1 year experience in laboratory or hospital/ research facility</li><li>
good knowledge of Laboratory/research testing procedures</li><li>
ability to immediately follow written and oral instructions</li><li>
good team player skills</li><li>
ability to act vigilantly while performing lab tasks</li></ul><div>
</div></div><div>
Primary Location: Pakistan-Karachi</div><div>
Organisation: Aga Khan University Pakistan</div><div>
Job Posting: 09/01/2026, 3:58:52 AM</div><div>
Closing Date: 16/01/2026, 12:59:00 PM</div></div>

Senior Research Assistant

Lieber Institute Inc

<div>Description:
<p><b>
A little about us:</b></p><p>
The Lieber Institute for Brain Development (LIBD) was established in 2010 to plot a new course in biomedical research that would change the lives of individuals affected with developmental brain disorders. We are one of the only research institutions in the world focused specifically on understanding how genes and the environment influence the way our brains develop that lead to conditions such as schizophrenia, autism, bipolar disorder and related developmental brain disorders. Through our cutting-edge research, answers are emerging and being translated into a robust pipeline of new drugs in development. And, by focusing on genes and their dynamic interplay with the environment, we are getting even closer to the &ldquo;holy grail&rdquo; in medical research, the discovery of strategies for primary prevention.</p><p>
We are a group of dedicated, multidisciplinary and optimistic researchers, working at the cutting edge of science, utilizing state-of-the-art tools to unlock the mystery of the brain and transform the way we approach the development of new treatments, and ultimately cures. LIBD is an independent 501(c)(3) medical research institute located in the Bioscience Park on the campus of the Johns Hopkins School of Medicine and Hospital in Baltimore, MD.</p><p><b>
Job Summary:</b></p><p>
The Neuropathology department is seeking an enthusiastic and self-motivated individual to join our research group. This position is part of a team that collects and curates postmortem human brain tissue and will participate in various research projects.</p><p><b>
Overview of Duties:</b></p><p>
Morgue Liaison</p><ul><li>Collect post mortem brain specimens and preparing for research</li><li>Analyze and select viable specimens</li><li>Pack and transport specimens</li><li>Establish rapport and strong partnership with the Medical Examiner&rsquo;s Office</li></ul><p>
Neuropathology</p><ul><li>Fresh brain processing and storage</li><li>Assist with frozen brain dissections</li><li>Tissue and sample preparation</li><li>Maintain tissue inventories</li><li>Assist with biorepository projects</li><li>Coordinate shipments and transfers</li><li>Assist in general lab support</li></ul><p>
Clinical</p><ul><li>Assist with scanning, filing, and chart maintenance as assigned</li></ul><p>
Other duties as assigned</p>
Requirements:
<p><b>
Minimum Qualifications:</b></p><ul><li>Bachelor&rsquo;s Degree in Neuroscience, Biological sciences, or a related field is required</li></ul><p><b>
Special Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:</b></p><ul><li>Excellent organizational and communication skills</li><li>Keen attention to detail and accuracy</li><li>Significant experience or interest in the medical field or equivalent education</li><li>Comfortable working with and collecting postmortem specimens</li><li>Ability to work tactfully with varying personalities</li><li>Able to maintain accurate electronic records</li><li>Ability to manage time effectively</li></ul><p><b>
Physical Requirements:</b></p><ul><li>Remaining in a seated or standing position for extended periods of time;</li><li>Reaching and grasping to manipulate objects with fingers;</li><li>Mobility, including the ability to maneuver around a laboratory setting including the ability to move materials weighing up to 50 pounds and stored at varying heights;</li><li>Communication skills using the spoken and written word;</li><li>Having the ability to receive detailed information through oral communication;</li><li>All other physical demands in a standard laboratory environment.</li></ul><p>
** If accommodations are needed due to pregnancy or a disability, please contact jobs@libd.org</p><p><b>
Compensation</b></p><p>
Candidates are hired within the starting salary range for the position which is the lower portion of the overall range. The starting salary range for this position is $39k - $44k with opportunities for employee growth over time. Placement in the starting range is based on job-related skills and experience, as evaluated throughout the interview process.</p><p><b>
Benefits</b></p><p>
The Lieber Institute for Brain Development offers a competitive, comprehensive benefits package to help us attract and retain the best talent. Please visit https://www.libd.org/careers/benefits/ for more information.</p><p><b>
EEOC Statement:</b> At the Lieber Institute, we are committed to a work environment of mutual respect where employment decisions are based on merit. As an equal opportunity employer, the Lieber Institute does not discriminate in employment opportunities on the basis of race, color, religion, color, sex, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, pregnancy, marital status, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability (physical or mental), genetic information, military service, or other non-merit based factors protected by state or federal law or local ordinance, with regard to any position or employment for which the applicant or employee is qualified.</p><p><b>
LIEBER INSTITUTE FOR BRAIN DEVELOPMENT'S COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY, EQUITY, AND INCLUSION</b></p><p>
The Lieber Institute for Brain Development is a transparent and collaborative community working to produce unique and imaginative patient-oriented solutions to developmental neuropsychiatric disorders. It is committed to integrating scientists from diverse disciplines, cultures, and countries into a research team that draws upon the best of its staff. The Institute is historic&mdash;it is defining a unique model for ground-breaking science. It values translational science that revolutionizes the field and improves the quality of life for those affected by mental illness. The Institute provides an environment that fosters independent growth through mentorship and a supportive, collegial community. Diverse minds, ideas, and talent are needed to support LIBD's mission. Fresh, innovative ideas and perspectives are a competitive necessity in an increasingly diverse and global marketplace. The success of the Institute's mission depends upon leveraging a diversity of talent.</p><p>
The Institute's commitment to diversity goes beyond compliance with laws and regulations that promote equal employment opportunity, prohibit discrimination and harassment, and support minority and woman owned businesses. To realize the advantages of its diversity, it is necessary to work effectively together even when differences challenge us to consider ideas and methods that seem impractical or make us feel uncomfortable.</p><p>
The Lieber Institute for Brain Development demonstrates its commitment to diversity by:</p><ul><li>
Including others: Talent is not limited to those with a narrow set of industry and academic credentials. The Institute is committed to building diverse teams, inviting others to share their perspectives, seeking out a diversity of input when making decisions, questioning traditional thinking, and promoting continuous learning and development.</li><li>
Respecting one another: The Institute is committed to listening carefully to others, seeking consensus, engaging in active and constructive debate, thoughtfully challenging one another, and providing constructive feedback.</li><li>
Building trust: The Institute is committed to sharing information and resources, depending on one another to get things done, keeping promises, and conveying high integrity in all actions.</li></ul></div>

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