Research Assistant
About The Position
The Research Assistant will conduct experiments in the following two projects. (1) Cell and Developmental Biology: Identifying how a protein of interest contributes to cellular functions and development, using sea urchin embryonic cells and human cancer cells. (2) Evolutionary Developmental Biology: Discovering how molecular evolution alters the developmental program and contributes to species diversity, using multiple echinoderm embryos. Both projects require skills in general molecular biology, cell biology, embryology or live imaging such as general microscopy, microinjection, embryo handling, and confocal imaging. Any necessary training for the above experiments will be provided. This is a fixed term position with a current end date of one year after the date of hire, which may be extended based upon available funding.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in biology, biochemistry, cell biology, developmental biology or related field or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Undergraduate research experience with previous experience working in a laboratory setting; a completed and good-quality honorary thesis preferred.
- Relevant coursework and basic knowledge of laboratory approaches and techniques in the areas of Molecular, Cell Biology, and Developmental Biology.
- Good record and sample-keeping practice.
- Excellent written and communication skills
- Ability to be observant and self-motivated
- Ability to think critically and problem-solve
- Ability to work as part of a team
- Ability to communicate clearly and professionally with co-workers
- Great attention to detail for every experiment with logical reasons
- Ability to complete accurate records and follow detailed instructions
- Proactive communications with the PI and senior lab members
- Good work ethic with honesty and accuracy
- Ability to report any questions and problems in a timely-fashioned manner
Nice To Haves
- Prior experience demonstrating precise and contamination-free handling of RNA, protein, and DNA samples is strongly desired.
- Experience in general microscopy preferred.
- Experience in confocal live imaging and microinjection is highly preferred.
- Familiarity with the following software for data analysis, construction of images and movies and data presentation is highly preferred: FIJI, Image J, R, MatLab, MecaGen, Linux, Illustrator, Photoshop, Excel, PowerPoint
Responsibilities
- Conduct experiments in Cell and Developmental Biology project
- Conduct experiments in Evolutionary Developmental Biology project
- Use skills in general molecular biology, cell biology, embryology or live imaging such as general microscopy, microinjection, embryo handling, and confocal imaging
- Complete accurate records and follow detailed instructions
- Accurate sample/data labeling, organization, and storage
- Proactive communications with the PI and senior lab members
- Report any questions and problems in a timely-fashioned manner
Benefits
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
