Postbaccalaureate Research Technician - Grant Funded

St. Olaf College • Northfield, MN

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Riggs Lab at St. Olaf College seeks a Post-Baccalaureate Research Technician interested in strengthening research skills and contributing to original research. The lab studies the cells and embryos of the annual killifish Austrofundulus limnaeus, which are remarkably resilient to environmental extremes. Current projects focus on the contribution of mitochondrial small RNAs, translation regulation, and stress granules to the anoxia tolerance of killifish cells. The technician will be trained in relevant cellular and molecular techniques, including maintaining fish and mammalian cell cultures, immunoblotting, immunoprecipitation, immunofluorescence, molecular cloning, genetic manipulation of cells, cell stress treatments, and cell survival assays. The candidate will have the opportunity to work closely with Prof. Riggs on data analysis, figure preparation, and presentation for results at conferences and/or for publication. The technician will also help train and mentor undergraduate researchers and maintain smooth operation of the lab. Additionally, the technician will contribute to the set-up of facilities for and the maintenance and husbandry of annual killifish adults and embryos. This is an ideal opportunity for candidates seeking additional experience in biology research in preparation for graduate studies, offering the chance to develop technical skills and scientific thinking with mentorship from a committed Biology faculty member. This is a one-year, grant-funded, benefit-eligible position with the possibility of renewal for a second year.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in biology or related field.
• Previous experience in cell, molecular, or genetic research.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting abilities.
• Interest in and willingness to learn.
• Ability to manage and keep track of multiple projects.
• Strong communication skills.
• Successful completion of a background check.

Responsibilities

• Maintain fish and mammalian cell cultures.
• Conduct cellular and molecular research.
• Maintain detailed records of experiments.
• Maintain common laboratory solutions and stocks.
• Help train and manage undergraduate researchers.
• Collaborate with PI on experimental design, data analysis and manuscript writing.
• Contribute to the set-up of facilities for and the maintenance and husbandry of annual killifish adults and embryos.

Benefits

• Benefit eligible position
• Possibility of renewal for a second year

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level