RESEARCH ASSISTANT I - Teyton Lab, Immunology & Microbiology

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POSITION TITLE:  Research Assistant I

RESPONSIBLITIES 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 molecular biology 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.
• Perform other related duties, tasks and responsibilities as required or assigned.
• Details of established essential functions for this position will be addressed/discussed during the interview process.

REQUIREMENTS:

• 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. Candidates possessing a Master’s degree, 0-2 years experience required. 

Skillset required:

• Design of TCR cDNA constructs for cell and recombinant expression.
• Molecular cloning by PCR, Gibson 
• Fly and mammalian transfections, antibody production and purification
• Handling of mice and basic techniques for immunization and infection, bacterial handling, protein and DNA gels, cell culture. 
• Excel spreadsheets and usage of SnapGene. 
• Basics of flow cytometry and cell sorting

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:   

• This position works in a laboratory or vivarium 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 post-tax 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, on-site 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