Lab Specialist
About The Position
The Jomaa Lab at the University of Virginia invites applications for a full-time Lab Specialist or Technician to support projects focused on understanding protein biogenesis at the molecular level. Our lab uses a combination of biochemistry, mammalian and yeast cell systems, and advanced structural biology techniques such as cryo-EM and cryo-ET. The successful candidate will assist in: • Maintaining and manipulating mammalian (e.g., HEK293) and yeast cultures • Performing CRISPR-based knockouts/knock-ins • Preparing samples for cryo-EM/cryo-ET workflows • Routine molecular biology and protein biochemistry assays • General lab organization and maintenance of research infrastructure This is an excellent opportunity for individuals considering graduate studies or long-term research careers in molecular biology and structural biology.
Requirements
- Education: Bachelor's degree.
- Experience: 3 years of experience.
- 6 years of lab-related experience accepted in lieu of degree.
Nice To Haves
- Molecular cloning, cell transfection, and tissue culture
- Yeast strain engineering and genetics
- Interest or experience in structural biology and computational tools is a plus but not required
Responsibilities
- Maintaining and manipulating mammalian (e.g., HEK293) and yeast cultures
- Performing CRISPR-based knockouts/knock-ins
- Preparing samples for cryo-EM/cryo-ET workflows
- Routine molecular biology and protein biochemistry assays
- General lab organization and maintenance of research infrastructure
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
