RESEARCH ASSISTANT I- Wu Lab

The Scripps Research Institute • San Diego, CA

288d • $20 - $25

About The Position

The Research Assistant will be involved in immunology oncology research, encompassing various responsibilities such as maintaining the flow cytometer, mouse husbandry, assisting with molecule and cell biology experiments, and participating in in vivo murine tumor model studies. Working under general supervision, the individual will conduct research independently and in collaboration with others. This may include performing experiments, interpreting and analyzing results, troubleshooting methods and procedures, and contributing to experimental design. Other related duties and responsibilities may be assigned as required.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in biology, chemical biology, cell biology, immunology or equivalent
• 1-3 years of experience; Master's degree with 0-2 years of experience
• Experience with murine models
• Training in multi-color flow cytometry and mouse disease models

Responsibilities

• Maintain the flow cytometer
• Conduct mouse husbandry
• Assist with molecule and cell biology experiments
• Participate in in vivo murine tumor model studies
• Perform experiments and analyze results
• Troubleshoot methods and procedures
• Contribute to experimental design

Benefits

• Employer Contributed Retirement Plan
• Full Suite of Health and Welfare plans including three medical plan options
• Access to Flexible Spending Accounts (Medical/Dependent Care)
• Competitive vacation and sick leave policies
• Free, on-site parking

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Educational Services
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees