RESEARCH ASSISTANT II- TB Biology

Scripps Research • San Diego, CA

5d • Onsite

About The Position

Calibr-Skaggs Institute for Innovative Medicines, a division of Scripps Research, is dedicated to accelerating the creation of new medicines by combining world-class biomedical research with advanced drug discovery and development capabilities. Scripps Research is recognized globally for its impact on innovation and its role in shaping the next generation of scientists through its educational programs. Calibr-Skaggs leverages this environment to develop a portfolio of drug candidates, pioneering a new model for nonprofit biomedical research that benefits patients and fuels further innovation. The institute expands fundamental bioscience knowledge to create profound innovations that improve well-being, with a drug development portfolio covering a wide range of human diseases including cancer, autoimmune and inflammatory diseases, metabolic and cardiovascular diseases, infectious and neglected tropical diseases, and age-related and degenerative diseases. This role offers an opportunity to join a transformative team for individuals passionate about making a difference.

Requirements

• Requires a bachelor’s degree in a relevant scientific discipline in biology, biochemistry, microbiology, immunology or related field or an equivalent combination of education, training and/or experience from which comparable knowledge, skill and abilities have been attained.
• Requires 3-5 years’ experience. Candidates possessing a master’s degree, 2+ years’ experience required.
• Experience with cell-based and/or biochemical assays using methods such as imaging, luminescence, fluorescence and absorbance in high-density formats.
• Proficiency with software such as GraphPad Prism, flow cytometry software and Microsoft Office, for data analysis, figure generation, data management and uploading.
• Experience with oral and written communications skills.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.

Nice To Haves

• Prior BSL3 training and experience is highly preferred.
• A letter of recommendation from the candidate’s most recent employer and/or at least one professional reference is highly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform and assist in microbiological experiments, including preparation of media and bacterial culturing and modification.
• Perform and assist team members in molecular biology experiments, including isolation and purification of DNA, RNA and PCR and quantitative RT-PCR.
• Execute routine activity profiling of new compound analogs against BSL2 and/or BSL3 TB, including tissue culture, immunology and data analysis.
• Lab notebook documentation.
• Presentation of results in an informal laboratory meeting setting.

Benefits

• Employer Contributed Retirement Plan – Depending on eligibility, employees receive an employer contributed retirement plan (no employee contribution required) and the option to contribute to a 403(b) (which is similar to a 401(k) using your own pre or post-tax dollars)
• Full Suite of Health and Welfare plans including three medical plan options (including an HSA available option), dental, vision, life insurance, disability, EAP and more
• 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: Mid Level