Research Technician, Biochemistry, Folkmann
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Job Location:
Nashville, IN - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
8 days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
AbouttheWorkUnit:
The Lab in the Department of Biochemistry at Vanderbilt University is seeking a biochemistry research assistant to aid in the labs study of biomolecular condensates. Biomolecular condensates are macroscopic structures that function to spatially organize biological functions and biochemical reactions within the cell. The lab is interested in elucidating mechanisms by which biomolecular condensates are utilized to execute proper animal embryogenesis and development. To understand the function structure and regulation of biomolecular condensates the lab utilizes multidisciplinary approaches including biochemistry biophysical approach genome editing cell biology single-molecule imaging and super-resolution imaging. The work unit is made up of faculty undergraduate students and graduate students.
KeyFunctionsandExpectedPerformances:
Assist in Research and Development
Preparation of buffers and reagents
Writing and updating laboratory protocols
Production of DNA vectors for protein expression
Overexpression and purification of proteins from bacterial and insect cells for biophysical characterization
Use biophysical methods to characterize interactions of proteins
Use microscopy approach to characterize cellular phenomena and biochemical reactions
Writing and updating laboratory protocols
Collecting and assembling research data for presentation and/or reports
Participating in weekly meetings to discuss project progress
Lab space maintenance
Assists with orders and maintenance of inventory and supplies
Other tasks as directed by the supervisor
SupervisoryRelationships:
No supervisory responsibilities
The position reports administratively and functionally to the PI.
EducationandCertifications:
- A Bachelors degree in cellular biology molecular biology biochemistry or a related field from an accredited institution of higher education is necessary.
ExperienceandSkills:
- Ability to perform all basic calculations related to buffer composition (Molarity dilution factor etc.) is necessary.
- Ability to be organized have excellent verbal and written communication skills and show great attention to detail is necessary.
Required Experience:
IC
Key Skills
- Laboratory Experience
- Spss
- Data Collection
- DNA Isolation
- Stata
- Biochemistry
- Qualitative Research Interviewing
- Research Experience
- Statistical Software
- Molecular Biology
- Research Laboratory Experience
- Western Blot
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