Lab Assistant I - Ophthalmology

Under the
supervision of the Principal Investigator, the Lab Assistant I will provide
general administrative and laboratory support basic research activities.

Duties
of the position include but are not limited to:

• Order and maintain laboratory supplies.
• Assist with lab organization
• Prepare basic reagents
• Perform retinal histology and microscopy
  experiments
• Trace Neurons
• Assist with
  electrode array experiments
• Assist with preparing all research
  related protocols
• Assist with routine correspondence
• Maintain and organize research datasets
• Perform basic literature searches

Salary Range:
$25.75 - $30.17 Hourly

Required:

• Ability to write concisely and clearly,
  edit, and proofread to ensure grammatically correct and factual correspondence
• Proficiency in using Microsoft Word, Excel
  and PowerPoint
• Ability to utilize an IBM PC and Mac
• Ability to take initiative and work on a
  self-directed basis with limited supervision
• Ability to interact and communicate
  effectively
• Ability to prioritize activities with
  conflicting deadlines
• Strong organizational skills

Preferred:

• Skill in scientific writing, literature
  review
• Skills in data and database management
• Previous experience working in a
  research laboratory