Most Important Skills For A Graduate Research Assistant At USC
Prior laboratory research experience is crucial, with opportunities available even at the high school level to learn "different techniques," building independence as one progresses in their career. The ability to transfer skills learned in one technique to another is also a significant advantage.
Laboratory Research Experience, Research Techniques, Independent Research, Transferable Skills, Laboratory Skills
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Daria Timonina
Graduate Student / Research Assistant
University of Southern California
University of Arizona / 2015
University of Southern California
Biology & Related Sciences
Healthcare, Medical & Wellness
Research and Development (R&D)
Honors Student, Immigrant, First Generation College Student
Video Highlights
1. Prior laboratory research experience is beneficial, even at the undergraduate or high school level.
2. The ability to work independently is crucial as you progress in your career.
3. Developing a wide range of laboratory techniques is important, as skills learned in one area can often be applied to others.
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What skills are most important for a job like yours?
Skills? I think it's good to go in with some experience in laboratory research. If you're an undergrad or even in high school, there are usually opportunities to go in and learn different skills.
It's really nice to learn those when you're younger because you're more of a student and will get more help. As you progress, you're expected to be more independent.
So, it's nice to really get techniques under your belt. There are many different types of techniques, so it's good to learn as many as possible. Some of the skills you learn from one can be applied to another. I think that's something that's definitely good to know.
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