RESEARCH ASSISTANT I -LAW LAB
Scripps Research is ranked the most influential institution in the world for its impact on innovation, focusing on advancing biosciences. The Research Assistant I position in the Law Lab involves conducting molecular biology and biochemistry research to understand human antibody responses in chronic liver infection, requiring a motivated individual to handle various laboratory procedures and experiments.
Responsibilities
- 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
Skills
- Requires a Bachelor's 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 1-3 years experience
- Proficient in pipette techniques with precision and accuracy, in performing molarity calculations for solution preparation, and comfortable using and learning software applications
- Familiarity with basic lab equipment such as centrifuges, spectrophotometer, microscope, balances, pH meter, and electrophoresis apparatus
- Familiarity with proper handling of chemicals and biohazard materials
- Familiarity with cell culture sterile techniques, including handling, storage, and maintenance of cell lines
- Experience with molecular biology techniques such as PCR, qPCR, molecular cloning
- Experience with cell-based and immunological assays in microwell plates such as ELISA, virus neutralization assay
- Experience with protein purification and characterization techniques such as FPLC, SDS-PAGE, immunoblot
- Experience with BSL2+ level biosafety for virus and human blood work
Benefits
- Eligibility for retirement plans with employer contribution.
- 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).
- Remote/Hybrid/Flexible work schedules (Dependent on role).
- Competitive vacation and sick leave policies.
- Free, on-site Counseling Center which provides confidential counseling services to benefits-eligible employees and their family members.
- Free, on-site parking.
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