Research Technician - Lal and Le Lab
Monell Chemical Senses CenterAbout the role
Description
The Monell Chemical Senses Center is a world-renowned non-profit research institute, and a global leader dedicated to advancing knowledge about the senses of taste, smell, and related senses and translating its discoveries into real-world advances in policy, practice, and behavior. Monell is located in the heart of the vibrant educational and life sciences hub of Philadelphia.
We are looking for a full-time Research Technician to join our multidisciplinary team investigating the mechanisms underlying metabolic and neurodegenerative disorders, including diabetes, Alzheimer’s disease, Parkinson’s disease, and ALS. Our research utilizes rodent models and human patient-derived stem cell systems to advance understanding and treatment of these conditions.
Qualifications
Preferred Qualifications
Applicants with experience in any of the following areas will be given preference:
- Mouse handling for behavioral studies
- Stereotactic surgeries in rodents
- Analysis of large datasets, including application of machine learning methods
- Mammalian tissue culture, including stem cell and organoid systems
- Electrophysiology techniques
- Molecular biology methods: single-cell sequencing, RNA isolation, Western blotting, CRISPR screens, molecular cloning
- Protein biochemistry
- Work with transgenic mouse models
Application Instructions
Application Instructions
Please submit a cover letter detailing your relevant experience, a current CV, and contact information for three professional references. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.
Please follow the link to apply.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
Monell Chemical Senses Center shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR §§ 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities, and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, sex, or national origin. Moreover, these regulations require that covered prime contractors and subcontractors take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, protected veteran status or disability.
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