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Research Technician - Department of Chemistry - Georgetown University College of Arts & Sciences

Georgetown University
life insurance, tuition assistance
United States, D.C., Washington
Aug 22, 2025


Research Technician - Department of Chemistry - Georgetown University College of Arts & Sciences

Georgetown University comprises two unique campuses in the nation's capital. With the Hilltop Campus located in the heart of the historic Georgetown neighborhood, and the Capitol Campus, just minutes from the U.S. Capitol and U.S. Supreme Court, Georgetown University offers rigorous academic programs, a global perspective, and unparalleled opportunities to engage with Washington, D.C. Our community is a close-knit group of remarkable individuals driven by intellectual inquiry, a commitment to social justice, and a shared dedication to making a difference in the world.

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Job Overview

The R esearch Technician / teaching assistant position in the Chemistry Department at Georgetown University has two roles, 50% will be dedicated to research technician responsibilities in the BraselmaRn lab to advance efforts for an ongoing NIH R35 grant, and 50% will be dedicated to teaching in the Chemistry Department. This position exists because these roles must be filled rapidly. The research technician role will be fulfilled by a candidate with a BS degree in Chemistry or a related field to support ongoing research efforts in the Braselmann lab. This includes chemical sample prep and data collection and analysis, together with other members of the Braselmann lab. The teaching role requires a candidate with a BS degree in Chemistry or a related field, as the Chemistry department has teaching lab responsibilities that require personnel with expertise to supervise undergraduate students during the semester. Additional duties include but are not limited to:
  • Performing experiments in the Braselmann lab according to established protocols
  • Following workflows in the Braselmann lab to analyze and process collected data
  • Close interaction with students and staff in the Braselmann research lab
  • Design new experiments in consultation with Dr. Braselmann, guided by insights from experiments performed by other lab members
  • Supervising undergraduate students in teaching labs
  • Adhering to chemical safety rules and advising undergraduate students in maintaining a safe lab environment


Work Interactions

This position fits into the Braselmann lab research program and the Chemistry Department teaching goals directly. One, the candidate will perform research in line with an ongoing project in the Braselmann lab (funded by an NIH R35 grant). For this role, the candidate will report directly to Dr. Braselmann. Two, the candidate will interact with members of the department to assist in teaching undergraduate students in Chemistry labs during their undergraduate education. For this role, the candidate will report to Dr. Swift and/or a designated teaching lab coordinator. Together, the candidate will be integrate in teaching and research efforts in the Chemistry department at large and become part of the Chemistry department community.

Requirements and Qualifications
  • BA or BS in Chemistry or a related field
  • Experience in performing original research, record keeping and data analysis, and teaching undergraduate Chemistry labs


Work Mode Designation

This position has been designated as on-campus. Please note that work mode designations are regularly reviewed in order to meet the evolving needs of the University. Such review may necessitate a change to a position's mode of work designation. Complete details about Georgetown University's mode of work designations for staff and AAP positions can be found on the Department of Human Resources website: https://hr.georgetown.edu/mode-of-work-designation.

Pay Range:

The projected salary or hourly pay range for this position which represents the full range of anticipated compensation is:
$17.95 - $26.84

Compensation is determined by a number of factors including, but not limited to, the candidate's individual qualifications, experience, education, skills, and certifications, as well as the University's business needs and external factors.

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Need some assistance with the application process? Please call 202-687-2500. For more information about the suite of benefits, professional development and community involvement opportunities that make up Georgetown's commitment to its employees, please visit the Georgetown Works website.

EEO Statement:

GU is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply, and will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, citizenship, color, disability, family responsibilities, gender identity and expression, genetic information, marital status, matriculation, national origin, race, religion, personal appearance, political affiliation, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Benefits:

Georgetown University offers a comprehensive and competitive benefit package that includes medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance, retirement savings, tuition assistance, work-life balance benefits, employee discounts and an array of voluntary insurance options. You can learn more about benefits and eligibility on the Department of Human Resources website.

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