Lab Technician - Dept. of Chemistry & Chemical Biology - Technician III
Lab Technician - Dept. of Chemistry & Chemical Biology - Technician III
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Job Description
The lab technician will contribute to a new multi-institutional effort aimed at building the infrastructure to make protein dynamics derived from diffuse X-ray scattering publicly accessible alongside traditional static structural data. The primary responsibility of this role will be to produce high-quality protein samples and crystals to generate benchmark datasets for the broader structural biology parallel the technician will support ongoing research by assisting lab members in the expression and purification of challenging enzymes for advanced structural and functional studies. Some of these enzymes are oxygen-sensitive but no prior experience with anaerobic techniques is required training will be provided. This is a professional staff position with well-defined responsibilities that requires a high degree of reliability organization and professionalism. At the same time the technician will receive mentoring and support and gain valuable hands-on experience in research.
While position responsibilities vary every member of our community is expected to foster a culture of belonging and a healthy work environment by communicating across differences; being cooperative collaborative open and welcoming; showing respect compassion and empathy; engaging and supporting others regardless of background or perspective; speaking up when others are being excluded or treated inappropriately; and supporting work/life integration of oneself and others.
This benefits eligible position is an on-site full-time (39 hours per week) 12-month appointment with the possibility for extension depending on available funding and successful performance.
Required Qualifications:
- Associates degree in biochemistry or a related field and up to 2 years relevant experience or equivalent combination.
- Experience with protein purification techniques including affinity size-exclusion and ion-exchange chromatography.
- Experience with molecular cloning methods such as Gibson assembly site-directed mutagenesis and PCR.
- Experience with bacterial cell culture work.
- Experience with DNA work including plasmid extraction sequencing primer design.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office and Google Suite tools.
- Strong organizational communication and documentation skills; attention to detail; and the ability to learn new skills and manage multiple tasks.
- Interest in structural biology or biophysics research.
- Strong commitment to scientific rigor safety and collegiality.
- Experience incorporating the perspectives of multiple communities.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Some experience in research setting after college (e.g. an internship).
- Familiarity with some biophysical characterization techniques.
- Familiarity with biological databases such as the Protein Data Bank (PDB) proteomics resources and basic bioinformatics tools.
The anticipated start date is November 1 2025. Your complete application will include BOTH a cover letter and resume.
No visa sponsorship or relocation assistance are provided for this position.
University Job Title:
Technician III
Job Family:
Technical
Level:
C
Pay Rate Type:
Hourly
Pay Range:
$24.31 - $26.87
Remote Option Availability:
Onsite
Company:
Endowed
Contact Name:
Melissa Oliver
Contact Email:
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Required Experience:
IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
