About The Role

The primary purpose of this position is to conduct vaccine development studies for Plasmodium falciparum. Under the supervision of the Principal Investigator, the Research Assistant will assist with maintaining malaria parasites and bacterial cultures, limited pilot scale protein production, protein purification with fast performance liquid chromatography, western blots and other basic microbiology benchtop techniques. The Research Assistant will assist with performing animal immunizations and collection of vaccine anti-sera. The Research Assistant will be responsible for keeping supplies in stock, and will provide technical support for the research project.

The Kurtis lab’s research focuses on understanding the mechanisms that cause tropical diseases such as Malaria. Experiments performed include western blot, PCR assays, parasite assays, and ELISA based assays.

This is a fixed term position with a current end date of 9/30/2027 which may be extended based upon available funding.

Education and Experience

Required: B.S. or B.A. in Biology-related field.
Required: Prior related research experience or extensive coursework in molecular biology, parasitology and immunology
And/or equivalent combination of education and experience.
General background knowledge of malaria parasite biology is a plus

Job Competencies

Ability to be organized and productive
Ability to communicate clearly and professionally
Ability to keep accurate records
Ability to follow detailed instructions
Proficiency with computers and essential software programs (such as MS office)
Willingness and ability to occasionally work evenings and/or weekends for parasite culture maintenance
The person in this position frequently communicates to faculty and staff who inquire about their research. Must be able to exchange accurate information.

CRMINAL BACKGROUND AND EDUCATION CHECK REQUIRED

Benefits of Working at Brown

Please review additional information on the Benefits of Working at Brown .

Recruiting Start Date

2026-08-18

Job Posting Title

Research Assistant

Department

Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine

Grade

Grade 7

Worker Type

Employee

Worker Sub-Type

Fixed Term (Fixed Term)

Time Type

Full time

Scheduled Weekly Hours

37.5

Position Work Location

Onsite

Submission Guidelines

The designated Position Work Location for each position determines the approved modality of work. Positions are classified based on the operational and business needs of the department and may be designated as on-site, hybrid, or remote.

Employees with a designated position work location as remote must reside and perform their work in a state where Brown University is registered to do business. Brown University is a registered employer in the following states: Rhode Island, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Florida, Maryland, Massachusetts, New York, New Hampshire, New Jersey, North Carolina, Washington, D.C.

Please note that to be considered for a staff position at Brown University, you must submit a separate application for each position you wish to be considered for. Applications are reviewed only for the specific position to which they are submitted and are not automatically considered for future openings.

This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

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