RESEARCH ASSISTANT I-Zhu Lab
RESEARCH ASSISTANT I-Zhu Lab
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Job Description
ABOUT US:
Scripps Research is a nonprofit biomedical institute ranked as one of the most influential in the world for its impact on innovation. We are celebrating our 100year legacy. This significant milestone marks a century of seminal discoveries in immunology infectious diseases (such as COVID19 flu HIV) neuroscience heart disease cancer and more. Located in La Jolla California the institute houses six research departments multiple Nobel laureates a topranked graduate school and a leading postdoctoral training program. We work handinhand with researchers of the Scripps Research Translational Institute and Calibr to merge foundational studies in biology chemistry and computer science with translational science to produce pioneering and advances in digital and precision medicine. Together we cultivate new scientific leaders and expand the frontiers of knowledge to deliver medical breakthroughs impacting human health around the globe. If you have a passion for making a difference this could be your opportunity to join our transformative team.
Celebrating a Century: TITLE: Research Assistant I
POSITION SUMMARY:
The Zhu Lab is seeking a highly motivated individual to join a team of researchers to support vaccine development for diverse viral pathogens such as HIV HCV filovirus RSV influenza and Coronavirus.
The experimental methods used in the lab include molecular biology biochemistry protein production and purification structural determination techniques such as xray crystallography and electron microscopy animal immunization virus culture and neutralization serological analysis flow cytometry single cell analysis and nextgeneration sequencing of immune repertoires.
This individual will contribute to different projects assisting the Staff Scientist and Principal Investigator and may also be recognized as a contributor to the resulting publications. Assignments will include performing various molecular biology and protein experiments such as DNA cloning PCR sitedirected mutagenesis bacterial transformation protein analysis including purification and Western Blot SDSPAGE and BNPAGE mammalian cell culture and transfection aseptic techniques all the while following predefined protocols. While molecular biology or protein production will be the main responsibilities for this position individuals may have opportunities to learn advanced assays in virology and immunology and participate in vaccine evaluation studies.
RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:
- Work under general supervision. Assistance given for unusual problems and normally reviewed for application of sound professional judgement
- Ability to independently conduct a wide variety of standard laboratory techniques/procedures. Some ability to use judgement when necessary to adapt standard methods and techniques. Receive instructions on specific assignment objectives complex features and possible solutions.
- May provide interpretation and initial analyses of results.
- Limited ability to troubleshoot and modify procedures.
- May assist in designing experiments to complete a segment of overall research plan.
- Details of established essential functions for this position will be addressed/discussed during the interview process.
REQUIREMENTS:
- Requires a Bachelors degree in a relevant scientific discipline or an equivalent combination of education training and/or experience from which comparable knowledge skill and abilities have been attained.
- Requires 13 years experience.
- Details of established essential functions for this position will be addressed/discussed during the interview process.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
- This position works in a laboratory environment.
- Details of established essential functions for this position will be addressed/discussed during the interview process.
COMPENSATION:
The expected hiring range for this position is $20.67 to $25.06 per hour commensurate with experience. Consideration will be given to experience that exceeds the listed requirements.
COMPREHENSIVE BENEFITS INCLUDE:
- Employer Contributed Retirement Plan Depending on eligibility employees receive an employer contributed retirement plan (no employee contribution required) and the option to contribute to a 403(b) (which is similar to a 401(k) using your own pre or posttax dollars)
- Full Suite of Health and Welfare plans including three medical plan options (including an HSA available option) dental vision life insurance disability EAP and more
- Access to Flexible Spending Accounts (Medical/Dependent Care)
- Competitive vacation and sick leave policies
- Free onsite parking
The above statements describe the level of work performed and expected in general terms. The statements are not intended to list all the responsibilities duties and/or skills required of employees so classified and the content herein is subject to change due to the business needs of Scripps Research with or without notice. Furthermore nothing in this job description shall be interpreted to be in conflict with or to eliminate or modify in any way the employmentatwill status of Scripps Research staff.
EEO Statement:
The Scripps Research Institute is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We promote diversity of thought culture and background in the fields of science. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability protected veteran status or any other legally protected characteristic or status.
Employment Type
Full-Time
