RESEARCH ASSISTANT I - Part-Time

Sanford Burnham Prebys Medical Discovery Institute • San Diego, CA

10h • Onsite

About The Position

Sanford Burnham Prebys is much more than a research facility and hub for innovation; it’s a vibrant global community of talented scientists and researchers from over 30 countries. This worldwide representation enriches our perspectives and enhances our creative approach to solving complex scientific challenges.

We strive to be leaders not only in biomedical research but also in creating an environment where excellence thrives through collaboration across cultures and backgrounds. Our mission is to advance the biomedical sciences by cultivating the next generation of scientific leaders, providing meaningful opportunities for researchers of all backgrounds to learn, innovate, and make breakthrough discoveries that improve human health.

Together, we translate science into health.

The duties and responsibilities contained in the job description are intended to be examples of the accountabilities for which the person in the position will demonstrate competency through performance. The job description is not intended to be an all-inclusive list. Duties and responsibilities are subject to change and other duties may be assigned as necessary.

Position Summary:

The Research Assistant will be working in the Dhar lab and will be primarily responsible for genotyping mouse colony, managing overall lab functionality such as ordering and replenishing supplies and support in experiments as needed. The Research Assistant will be learning new technologies, as well as applying existing knowledge to procedures and bench-work.

Requirements

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in one of the biological science or related studies OR equivalent education, training and/or experience from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities have been attained is required
• Experience: Prior lab experience is a plus. Experience with PCR and genotyping mouse tails is desired.
• Certifications, Licenses, etc: None
• Work independently as well as in a team environment Be responsible and have strong time management skills
• Able to analyze and resolve issues of moderate complexity
• Must possess strong attention to detail and organizational skill
• Demonstrate professional communication and interpersonal skills Professional proficiency in Microsoft Office

Responsibilities

• Run Genotyping PCR and agarose gel electrophoresis
• Maintains various reagent collections, and inventories
• Orders lab supplies as needed
• Determines methods and procedures on new assignments or day-to-day work Keeps written records of experiments and data organization
• Troubleshoots problems and develops solutions to technical problems of moderate to high scope using independent thinking, literature, and colleagues as resources to solve problems
• Provides interpretation and analysis of results
• Help other researchers in mouse experiments and terminal tissue collection
• Perform other related tasks, duties and responsibilities as required, assigned or directed.

What This Job Offers

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