RESEARCH ASSISTANT III- Teyton Lab (Immunology & Microbiology)

Scripps Research • San Diego, CA

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About The Position

The Teyton Lab studies early diagnosis of type 1 diabetes and the immune mechanisms that destroy insulin-producing beta cells, comparing mouse models with human samples to support translation of findings to patients. A second focus is developing antibodies against antibiotic-resistant bacteria, particularly Staphylococcus aureus and Neisseria meningitidis.

The Research Assistant III performs laboratory work spanning cellular, molecular, and biochemical methods; helps design experiments; operates sophisticated scientific laboratory equipment; and plans and conducts small- to mid-sized research projects or a significant portion of a larger project. The position may also supervise or provide work direction and training to interns, students, or a small team of professional-level staff as needed.

Requirements

• A bachelor’s degree in a relevant scientific discipline, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and/or experience demonstrating comparable knowledge, skills, and abilities.
• A minimum of 5 years of experience with a bachelor’s degree.
• For candidates with a master’s degree, 3 or more years of experience are required.

Responsibilities

• Perform laboratory techniques spanning cellular, molecular, and biochemical methods.
• Conduct flow cytometry, tissue culture, T cell assays, and ELISA.
• Apply basic animal research techniques.
• Assist in designing experiments and operate sophisticated scientific laboratory equipment.
• Plan and conduct small- to mid-sized research projects, or a significant portion of a larger, more diverse project.
• Perform non-routine procedures; develop new or improved techniques and evaluation criteria; analyze data thoroughly; and interpret complex results.
• Supervise or provide work direction and training to interns, students, and/or a small team of professional-level staff, as needed.
• Perform other related duties as required or assigned.

Benefits

• Employer-contributed retirement plan, subject to eligibility, with no employee contribution required.
• Option to contribute pre-tax or post-tax dollars to a 403(b) plan.
• Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability, and Employee Assistance Program plans.
• Flexible Spending Accounts for medical and dependent care.
• Competitive vacation and sick leave policies.
• Free on-site parking.

What This Job Offers

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