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Senior Research Assistant

George Washington University

United States, D.C., Washington

Aug 26, 2025

I. DEPARTMENT INFORMATION

Job Description Summary:	The George Washington University Department of Environmental and Occupational Health is looking for a Senior Research Assistant to join our molecular epidemiology and microbiome research group. The successful candidate will have a unique opportunity to work with a multidisciplinary team on a wide range of microbial genomic, epidemiologic, and microbiome research projects. Our team uses innovative, multi-disciplinary methods to: Isolate and characterize bacteria associated with mucosal inflammation and reproductive health in humans; Develop novel strategies (such as live biotherapeutics) for the prevention and treatment of infectious and inflammatory diseases in the respiratory, urogenital, and gastrointestinal tract; Evaluate the role of host-associated microbial communities on transmission of antibiotic-resistant pathogens and on host susceptibility to colonization and infection; and Quantify the drug-resistant human infections that arise from antibiotic overuse in agriculture. Responsibilities include: Manage workflow of microbiome and molecular epidemiologic studies, including sample tracking, processing, and preparation of sequencing libraries. Develop and implement new laboratory research protocols (e.g., bacterial culturing, in vitro experiments, and DNA/RNA sequencing) and data analysis methods with guidance from the PI and collaborators. Participate in general lab activities, such as inventory, equipment maintenance, and lab clean-up. Contribute to IRB and study protocol preparation and submission, CDC permit application preparation and submission, and grant reports with guidance from the PI. Assist with sample and data collection for ongoing human microbiome studies, including recruitment, screening, consenting, clinical sample collection, and interactions with study subjects, such as collecting survey data. Assist with literature reviews and topic searches. Compile data and perform preliminary data analysis from stewardship and microbiome research projects under guidance from PI and in collaboration with bioinformaticists from the research team. Assist with the preparation of manuscripts and presentations. The incumbent may perform other related duties as assigned. The omission of specific duties does not preclude the supervisor from assigning duties that are logically related to the position.
Minimum Qualifications:	Qualified candidates will hold a BA/BS and 1 year of experience in a related discipline. Degree must be conferred by the start date of the position.
Additional Required Licenses/Certifications/Posting Specific Minimum Qualifications:
Preferred Qualifications:	The successful candidate will have experience with epidemiological and microbiological research (e.g., culture-based and molecular methods), will be organized, self-motivated, able to work independently and with a team, and will be able to manage his/her time across multiple projects.
Hiring Range	$18.06 - $27.52
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Healthcare Benefits

GW offers a comprehensive benefit package that includes medical, dental, vision, life & disability insurance, time off & leave, retirement savings, tuition, well-being and various voluntary benefits. For program details and eligibility, please visit https://hr.gwu.edu/benefits-programs.

II. POSITION INFORMATION

Campus Location:	Foggy Bottom, Washington, D.C.
College/School/Department:	Milken Institute School of Public Health (SPH)
Family	Research and Labs
Sub-Family	Laboratory Research
Stream	Service and Support
Level	Level 3
Full-Time/Part-Time:	Full-Time
Hours Per Week:	40
Work Schedule:	Monday through Friday, 8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Will this job require the employee to work on site?	Yes
Employee Onsite Status	Hybrid
Telework:
Required Background Check	Criminal History Screening, Education/Degree/Certifications Verification, Social Security Number Trace, and Sex Offender Registry Search
Special Instructions to Applicants:	Employer will not sponsor for employment Visa status. This is an externally funded position. The continuation of this position is contingent on the availability of funding.
Internal Applicants Only?	Yes (University Wide)
Posting Number:	R002313
Job Open Date:	08/26/2025
Job Close Date:	08/29/2025
Background Screening	Successful Completion of a Background Screening will be required as a condition of hire.
EEO Statement:	The university is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer that does not unlawfully discriminate in any of its programs or activities on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or on any other basis prohibited by applicable law.