Research Assistant III or II (0.5 time) – MaineHealth Institute for Research

MaineHealth Institute for Research Professional - Nonclinical Req #: 99787

The Sawyer/Ryzhov Lab of the MaineHealth Institute for Research (MHIR) is looking for a Research Assistant III ( Bachelor's degree and 2+ years of related work experience ) to join our team ! The Research Assistant III role conducts a variety of cardiovascular biology laboratory procedures under the general supervision of the Principal Investigators (PI s ) or their designee. They will set up, operate , and maintain laboratory instruments and equipment, monitor experiments, make observations, and calculate and record results.

Research in the Sawyer /Ryzhov Lab is contributing to the way we understand adenosine receptor signaling in myocardial repair and inflammation . ** Excellent candidates with less than 2 years of laboratory experience may also be considered for a level II position. This position is based on-site at our Scarborough, ME research lab. The MaineHealth application, a cover letter, and a resume or CV are all required elements for application to this position.

Learn more about the MaineHealth Institute for Research in this short video ! Required Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs):

Bachelor's Degree required. License/Certifications: N/A

Two years of relevant experience required. Demonstrates competency in all essential functions of a Research Assistant II – Bench role. Additional Information MaineHealth is committed to fostering a supportive, inclusive environment where care team members can thrive while making a meaningful impact in the communities we serve across Maine and New Hampshire.

We offer competitive benefits including paid parental leave, flexible work options, student loan assistance, professional development opportunities, and well-being resources—so you can grow your career while feeling supported both personally and professionally. We recognize the value each team member brings to our organization. Any offer of employment will depend on qualifications such as skills, relevant experience, education, certifications, and other job-related factors.

The base range is an estimate and does not reflect the full value of our total compensation package. The pay range for this position is $21.97 to $29.28 per hour. Compensation for part-time positions is determined on a prorated basis consistent with the scheduled hours and applicable full-time equivalent (FTE).

In addition to base pay, MaineHealth offers comprehensive benefits, recognition programs, career growth opportunities, and, where applicable, shift differentials or other incentives. If you have questions about this role, please contact sharon.nightingale@mainehealth.org Hiring Scam Alert MaineHealth will never request financial information during the interview or pre-hiring process. All legitimate communications will come from an email address ending in @mainehealth.org.

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