Research Technician, Biochemistry, Meydan Lab

Vanderbilt University•Nashville, TN

6d•Onsite

About The Position

The Meydan Lab is interested in the mechanisms of protein synthesis, and the role of translation regulation and ribosomes in human health. We use various biochemistry techniques, sequencing of ribosome protected mRNA fragments (a.k.a ribosome profiling (Ribo-seq), disome profiling (Disome-seq), and mitoribosome profiling), and RNA-seq in model systems of Saccharomyces cerevisiae (budding yeast), immortalized human cells, and neurons differentiated from induced pluripotent stem cells (iPSCs) to address our questions.

Requirements

A Bachelor’s degree in biochemistry, biological sciences, chemistry, or related field from an accredited institution of higher education is necessary.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge and experience with mammalian cell culture and protein expression is preferred.
Knowledge of virus expression and purification is preferred.
Knowledge of electron microscopy is preferred.
Knowledge of fluorescence microscopy is preferred.
Experience with organization, inventory, and record keeping is preferred.
Excellent organizational and communications skills (both verbal and written) are preferred.

Responsibilities

Researches and collects data using appropriate lab experiments, procedures, and techniques
Preparation of buffers and reagents
Production and maintenance of plasmids, yeast strains and mammalian cell lines
Collects, analyzes, and interprets data with assistance of other members of the laboratory
Writes and updates laboratory protocols
Reports on status of research activities in oral and written formats
Assembles and compile research data for presentation and/or reports
Conducts general lab maintenance
Assists in set up, operation, and maintenance of laboratory equipment including, but not limited to - biosafety cabinets, incubators, centrifuges, etc.
Proper storage and maintenance of DNA and virus stocks
Monitors inventory of supplies and assists with ordering
Participate in weekly and bimonthly meetings to discuss project progress
Other tasks as directed by supervisor