Technical Associate I, Ribbeck Lab
About The Position
TECHNICAL ASSOCIATE I , Biological Engineering - The Ribbeck lab , will be providing technical assistance on multiple high-impact projects; assist with projects to develop mucus-inspired therapies to control problematic pathogens; identify the mechanisms by which mucus prevents infection and tunes the human microbiota; and identify biomarkers in mucus that signify pathogen invasion and infection. The primary duties of this position include implementing biochemical protocols for mucin and mucin-glycan isolation and characterization and assisting with ongoing projects in the lab.
Requirements
- A minimum of two years of laboratory experience in biochemistry, biology, microbiology, or biological engineering lab
- bachelor's degree in molecular biology, microbiology, biological engineering, or a related field
- desire to work in a collaborative, translational research environment with great opportunities for personal growth
- be self-motivated, organized, detail-oriented
- excellent record-keeping skills
- familiarity and strong track record of adhering to laboratory safety protocols
- willingness to learn new techniques/protocols and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team
Nice To Haves
- Experience with routine protein biochemistry techniques, including protein purification methods and troubleshooting
- experience with microbial culturing
- Night and weekends may be required as dictated by experiments.
- Immediate availability is preferred.
Responsibilities
- implementing biochemical protocols for mucin and mucin-glycan isolation and characterization
- assisting with ongoing projects in the lab
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
