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Research Assistant

  • Job
    Full-time
    Junior & Mid Level
  • Science
    Research & Development
  • Great Neck

AI generated summary

  • You need a High School Diploma or equivalent and 1-3 years of relevant experience.
  • You will conduct research under supervision, follow protocols, guide lab staff, manage data, maintain records, analyze data, participate in meetings, and learn new techniques as needed.

Requirements

  • High School Diploma or equivalent required.
  • 1-3 years of relevant experience, required.

Responsibilities

  • Performs research and/or development work under the guidance of an investigator, associate investigator or assistant investigator.
  • Follows and adheres to experimental protocols in a proficient and meticulous manner.
  • Provides guidance in research techniques to other lab personnel.
  • Performs a variety of tasks, including but not limited to, completing correspondence, database maintenance, maintaining records, charts, etc.
  • Responsible for the collection of data and may assist with analysis.
  • Participates in laboratory meetings and journal clubs as appropriate.
  • Learns new experimental procedures as necessary.
  • Performs related duties as required. All responsibilities noted here are considered essential functions of the job under the Americans with Disabilities Act. Duties not mentioned here, but considered related are not essential functions.

FAQs

What is the minimum education requirement for the Research Assistant position?

The minimum education requirement for the Research Assistant position is a High School Diploma or equivalent.

How many years of relevant experience are required for this job?

The position requires 1-3 years of relevant experience.

Will the Research Assistant be involved in writing publications?

Yes, the Research Assistant may be a coauthor on a publication or a presentation.

What kind of tasks will the Research Assistant be responsible for?

The Research Assistant will perform a variety of tasks including data collection, maintaining records, completing correspondence, and assisting with analysis.

Is participation in laboratory meetings mandatory for this role?

Yes, participation in laboratory meetings and journal clubs is expected as appropriate for this role.

Will the Research Assistant receive guidance in their work?

Yes, the Research Assistant will perform research and development work under the guidance of an investigator, associate investigator, or assistant investigator.

Are there opportunities for learning new experimental procedures in this position?

Yes, the Research Assistant will have opportunities to learn new experimental procedures as necessary.

What factors are considered when determining salary for this position?

Factors that may be considered when determining salary include location, specialty, service line, years of relevant experience, education, credentials, negotiated contracts, budget, and internal equity.

Are all responsibilities listed in the job description considered essential functions?

Yes, all responsibilities noted in the job description are considered essential functions under the Americans with Disabilities Act.

What are the related duties expected from the Research Assistant?

Related duties may include tasks not explicitly mentioned in the job description but are considered necessary to support the research team's goals.

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Northwell Health is New York State’s largest health care provider and private employer, with 21 hospitals, about 900 outpatient facilities and more than 12,000 affiliated physicians. We care for over two million people annually in the New York metro area and beyond, thanks to philanthropic support from our communities. Our 85,000 employees – 18,900 nurses and 4,900 employed doctors, including members of Northwell Health Physician Partners – are working to change health care for the better. We’re making breakthroughs in medicine at the Feinstein Institutes for Medical Research. We're training the next generation of medical professionals at the visionary Donald and Barbara Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell and the Hofstra Northwell School of Nursing and Physician Assistant Studies