Graduate Research Assistant, Cardiac Surgery

Essential Functions:

- Designs experiments and modifies techniques as necessary to meet research and/or experimental needs.

- Collects and records study data, as well as maintains laboratory notebooks.

- Designs, as well as executes research projects, and participates in large animal experiments and laboratory research.
- Synthesizes and interprets information obtained from the experiments, performs data analysis using advanced statistical techniques.
- In collaboration with the PIs, drafts manuscripts and serves as a co-author on publications in journals and presentations at professional conferences and scientific meetings.
- Interprets results, develops new investigative techniques and in collaboration with the PI, determines the most appropriate direction of research.
- Participates and presents in Lab meetings and research seminars.
- Provides functional guidance to technical and animal care personnel involved in projects.
- Works safely within the laboratory environment and in performing work duties.
- Wears personal protective equipment as required.

Education
Bachelor's Degree Related Field of Study required

Experience
Current enrollment in a graduate degree program. 0-1-year experience required

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Must be capable of performing and interpreting assay data related to the specific research lab.
- Must be self-motivated and able to work independently.
- Ability to work carefully, accurately and consistently with instruction or protocol.
- Must be able to work safely and properly use protective equipment.
- Proficiency in Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Internet searches.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.