Research Technician

Wesleyan Assurance Society•Middletown, CT

6d•$22 - $26•Onsite

About The Position

The Holmes Laboratory in the Department of Molecular Biology and Biochemistry at Wesleyan University seeks a full-time Research Technician. Reporting to the Professor of Molecular Biology and Biochemistry, the Research Technician will join an NIH-funded research group dedicated to examining fundamental properties of chromatin structure using the budding yeast model system. This is an on-campus position. Funding for this position has been approved for 2 years. This is an excellent opportunity for candidates looking to gain hands-on research experience, learn new methods, publish and present research, and join a community of scientists in the life sciences at Wesleyan University.

Requirements

B.S. or B.A. in Molecular Biology and Biochemistry or a relevant field or an equivalent combination of education, experience, and training.
Experience conducting wet-bench research in molecular biology or molecular genetics.
Demonstrate strong organization and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work independently.
Demonstrated commitment to working within a diverse environment and ability to build effective collaborative relationships.

Nice To Haves

Experience in bioinformatic analysis or biochemistry.

Responsibilities

Execute research projects using standard techniques in molecular genetics (PCR, DNA extractions, yeast and bacterial transformations, gel electrophoresis, western blots)
Maintain a detailed lab notebook documenting all experimental work
Lab management, including inventory and ordering
Supervision of undergraduate work-study students
Other duties as assigned