Research Engineering/Scientist Assistant I
The University of Texas at Austin•Austin, TX
•Onsite
About The Position
The Department of Pediatrics at the Dell Medical School is looking for a Research Engineering/Scientist Assistant to support the Stephen Ekker research program and further develop gene editing research efforts. Employment is contingent upon the continuation of grant funding.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Biology, Biochemistry, Genetics, or a related scientific field.
- Relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.
Nice To Haves
- Prior laboratory research experience in molecular biology
Responsibilities
- Collaborate effectively with other members of the research team, actively participating in lab meetings and discussions.
- Present research progress and findings in regular lab meetings and potentially at scientific conferences.
- Accurately record experimental data and assist in data analysis using various software tools and statistical methods.
- Collaborate with other Ekker lab researchers including students to interpret and present findings effectively.
- Ensure proper maintenance and calibration of laboratory equipment and instruments and assist with inventory management of laboratory supplies.
- Perform a range of experimental molecular, gene editing and genomics techniques and procedures related to mitochondrial biology and metabolism. This includes but is not limited to tissue sample preparation, cell culture, molecular biology assays, and microscopy.
- Support the maintenance of zebrafish strains.
- Other related duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS)
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
