Research Specialist A
About The Position
We are hiring a Research Specialist to support our autoimmunity work in the Wherry Lab. The candidate will be responsible for preparing and performing flow cytometry, ELISA assays, tissue histology, and RNA sequencing on both mouse tissues and human samples. Supplementary work will also include mouse colony organization, molecular biology plasmid construction, human sample organization, and data analysis. The candidate will work closely with a senior lab member in the Wherry lab. Ability to follow established standard procedures, attention to detail, excellent interpersonal and communication skills, and ability and eagerness to work in a team setting is required. This position is contingent upon funding.
Requirements
- Bachelor of Science in biology, biochemistry, or related field and 0 to 1 year of experience or equivalent combination of education and experience is required.
- Laboratory experience with basic techniques is required as is attention to detail and ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
Responsibilities
- Flow cytometry, ELISAs, RNA sequencing, mouse husbandry and tissue harvesting, human blood processing, molecular biology plasmid construction, and data analysis
Benefits
- comprehensive medical, prescription, behavioral health, dental, vision, and life insurance benefits
- flexible spending accounts
- tuition assistance for employees, spouses, and dependent children
- generous retirement plans
- substantial amount of time away from work
- long-term care insurance
- wide variety of programs and resources to help you care for your health, your family, and your work-life balance
- array of resources to help you advance yourself personally and professionally
- access to a wide range of University resources as well as cultural and recreational activities
- discounts on arts and entertainment, transportation, and mortgages
- flexible work options
- forgivable loan for eligible employees interested in buying a home
- adoption assistance
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
