Research Specialist- School of Medicine, Biochemistry

Emory University • Atlanta, GA

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About The Position

The Bou-Nader lab is seeking a research specialist to support our structural biochemical work on RNA-binding proteins. The successful candidate will be in charge of over-expressing and purifying recombinant proteins from E Coli and performing mutagenesis to generate protein variants found in the clinic. These samples will then be used for biochemical assays to understand the functional consequences of these variants. The successful candidate will also have the opportunity to learn advanced biochemistry and structural biology methods.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in a scientific field OR equivalent combination of experience, education, and training.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with recombinant protein purification
• Experience in cloning and mutagenesis using bacterial vectors

Responsibilities

• Under general supervision, performs a variety of defined research and laboratory tests and experiments according to prescribed protocols and assigned schedules.
• Sets up experiments as prescribed by a principal investigator.
• May be required to participate in laboratory maintenance activities such as sterilization and cleaning of equipment, ordering of supplies, inventory and media preparation.
• Maintains records, files and logs of work performed in laboratory notebooks and computer databases.
• Compiles data and records results of studies for publications, grants and seminar presentations.
• Employees in this classification may be required to work with, take specific precautions against and/or be immunized against potentially hazardous agents.
• Performs related responsibilities as required by principal investigator.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: Bachelor's degree