Senior Research Assistant, Microbiology and Molecular Epidemiology
The George Washington University
Job Description Summary: | The George Washington University, Department of Environmental and Occupational Health is looking for a laboratory Senior Research Assistant to join our molecular epidemiology and microbiome research group. The successful candidate will have a unique opportunity to work with a multidisciplinary team on several important microbial genomic and epidemiologic projects. Our team uses innovative, multidisciplinary methods to quantify the impact of antibiotic-resistant bacteria from environmental reservoirs (e.g., food animals, retail meat/poultry) on human health. We are working on a multi-year study to assess the impact of regulatory policy change on the rates of antibiotic-resistant bacteria in retail meat/poultry and human extraintestinal infections in California. A major goal of this project is to quantify the contribution of bacteria from food animals to human clinical infections by characterizing the genetic relatedness of strains from food and human sources. The project involves isolating important human pathogens from retail meat/poultry samples (i.e., E. coli, etc.), susceptibility testing, and molecular analyses such as real-time PCR assays and whole-genome sequencing. This research support position contributes to research and development by assisting with experiments in a controlled laboratory setting. The core responsibilities of this position include designing and carrying out both culture-based and molecular biology experiments, performing established laboratory procedures, reporting results at meetings, assisting with data collection and management, and laboratory support. This role typically works under immediate supervision. The Sr. Research Assistant will be supervised day-to-day by the laboratory manager but will work closely with the laboratory PIs (Drs. Lance Price and Cindy Liu) and other members of the research team. The initial appointment is for one year, with the opportunity for an extension after successful completion of the first year. Responsibilities include:
Qualified candidates will hold a BA/BS in a related discipline. Degree must be conferred by the start date of the position. |
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Minimum Qualifications: | Qualified candidates will hold a BA/BS and 1 year of experience in a related discipline. Degree must be conferred by the start date of the position. |
Additional Required Licenses/Certifications/Posting Specific Minimum Qualifications: | |
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Hiring Range | $20.37 - $27.81 |
GW Staff Approach to Pay |
GW offers a comprehensive benefit package that includes medical, dental, vision, life & disability insurance, time off & leave, retirement savings, tuition, well-being and various voluntary benefits. For program details and eligibility, please visit https://hr.gwu.edu/benefits-programs.
Campus Location: | Foggy Bottom, Washington, D.C. |
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College/School/Department: | Milken Institute School of Public Health (SPH) |
Family | Research and Labs |
Sub-Family | Laboratory Research |
Stream | Service and Support |
Level | Level 3 |
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Hours Per Week: | 40 hours |
Work Schedule: | Monday - Friday, 9 am - 5 pm |
Will this job require the employee to work on site? | Yes |
Employee Onsite Status | On-campus (in person) |
Telework: | |
Required Background Check | Criminal History Screening, Education/Degree/Certifications Verification, Social Security Number Trace, and Sex Offender Registry Search |
Special Instructions to Applicants: | Employer will not sponsor for employment Visa status |
Internal Applicants Only? | No |
Posting Number: | R001938 |
Job Open Date: | 06/20/2023 |
Job Close Date: | |
If temporary, grant funded or limited term appointment, position funded until: | |
Background Screening | Successful Completion of a Background Screening will be required as a condition of hire. |
EEO Statement: | The university is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer that does not unlawfully discriminate in any of its programs or activities on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or on any other basis prohibited by applicable law. |