Research Specialist I

The Talross Lab at the University of Rochester is seeking a highly motivated and organized candidate to provide comprehensive technical and organizational support. This person will act as the primary laboratory coordinator for staff in the lab, manage lab resources and ordering, and ensure laboratory compliance with university safety policies. This person will provide direct research support in a Biochemistry/Molecular Biology laboratory setting; including conducting and analyzing a set of experiments that comprise a coherent part of a larger project, researching and resolving technical problems within the scope of those experiments, as well as participating in lab meetings. They will also be responsible for the orientation and training of new lab members in experimental techniques, methods, and lab safety education. The ideal candidate should be capable of multi-tasking and effective communication.