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Research Assistant

Xavier University of Louisiana

Posted 12/23/25

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1 Drexel Drive, Box 104, New Orleans, LA 70125

Full-Time
Entry level
Education / Training
In Person

Job Description

Xavier University of Louisiana invites applications for a Research Assistant. Applicant must have a BS or MS in biomedical science or biology-related discipline with a solid background in molecular and cellular biology. Xavier University of Louisiana is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Women, minorities and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

  1. Report to the PI of the lab.
  2. Maintain Cell cultures for bioassays and other needs.
  3. Perform receptor binding assays using commercial kits involving recombinant receptors.
  4. Plate and dose cells for the reporter gene, gene array, proliferation, survival, and other bioassays.
  5. Maintain lab environment including daily and weekly lab maintenance and cleaning as required.
  6. Interact with others in the core lab to address multiple aspects of projects.
  7. Attend and report at the lab and/or meetings with PI.
  8. Report all activities in the lab notebook and electronic reporting system as directed.
  9. Perform data analysis of results as needed.
  10. Learn the operation of lab equipment and instruments software as needed.
  11. Work limited extended or additional hours as needed in cooperation with others in the core lab to maintain cells and ongoing research activities during holidays or weekends.
  12. Participate in core hurricane evacuation plan for the duration of storm events including participating in online and/or phone interactions with the CMB core team, core clients (process core lab data) and/or work on other core lab-related activities (manuscripts, grants, protocols, training).
  13. Comply with all division, college, and university rules and guidelines as detailed in the staff handbook.

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About Xavier University of Louisiana

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Founded in 1925 by Saint Katharine Drexel and the Sisters of the Blessed Sacrament, Xavier is the only Catholic Historically Black University in the United States. Located in New Orleans, the University strives to contribute to a more just and humane society by preparing its students to assume roles of leadership and service in a global society. Xavier prides itself in its diverse learning and teaching environment that incorporates a variety of educational practices, including research and service learning.