Research Technician I/II (Peters Lab)
About The Position
A full-time position for a Research Technician is available immediately at the La Jolla Institute for Immunology (San Diego). The Peters laboratory is seeking a highly motivated Research Technician to work on the study of human immune responses to seasonal Influenza vaccination. The successful candidate will join a diverse group of experimental and computational researchers focusing on different topics and will perform experiments critical for high-impact projects investigating immune reactivity against Influenza and other pathogens. LJI is a world-renowned institute that provides fantastic benefits and excellent support for its researchers.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree or higher in Life Sciences.
- Laboratory experience: pipetting, cell culture, making calculations, etc.
- Proficient usage of Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
- Must be willing to work with recombinant DNA, biohazardous materials, and human blood.
- Eagerness to learn and develop laboratory skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Excellent organizational and communication skills.
- Strong critical thinking skills and attention to detail.
Nice To Haves
- Experience in an immunology or cellular/molecular biology laboratory.
- Experience with flow cytometry.
- Experience with data analysis and visualization.
Responsibilities
- Perform and analyze data derived from flow cytometry-based experiments using state-of-the-art flow cytometry technology, including spectral cytometry
- Apply a wide range of other immunological techniques including but not limited to isolating primary cells, long term cell culture, RNA/DNA extraction, multiplex cytokine assays, and FluoroSpot/ELISPOT assays.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
