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RESEARCH ASSISTANT I - Constantinides Lab
Location:
San Diego
Description:
ABOUT US: Scripps Research is a nonprofit biomedical institute ranked as one of the most influential in the world for its impact on innovation. We are celebrating our 100-year legacy in 2024. This significant milestone marks a century of seminal discoveries in immunology, infectious diseases (such as COVID-19, flu, HIV), neuroscience, heart disease, cancer, and more. Located in La Jolla, California, the institute houses six research departments, multiple Nobel laureates, a top-ranked graduate school and a leading postdoctoral training program. We work hand-in-hand with researchers of the Scripps Research Translational Institute and Calibr to merge foundational studies in biology, chemistry and computer science with translational science to produce pioneering drugs and advances in digital and precision medicine. Together, we cultivate new scientific leaders and expand the frontiers of knowledge to deliver medical breakthroughs impacting human health around the globe. If you have a passion for making a difference, this could be your opportunity to join our transformative team.Celebrating a Century: https://100.scripps.edu/ POSITION TITLE: Research Assistant I POSITION SUMMARY: The Constantinides Lab studies how microbes influence the development and function of immune cells and how these cells regulate the microbiota and respond to pathogens. We're looking for an intelligent, curious, and motivated research assistant to join our highly collaborative team for 2 or more years. This individual will assist other lab members with their experiments and conduct experiments independently, once proficient. They will also participate in maintaining the lab's mouse strains, inventory, and organization. To learn more about the Constantinides Lab, please visit our website: https://www.constantinideslab.com RESPONSIBLITIES AND DUTIES: Conduct in vivo experiments by treating mice, isolating immune cells from tissues, and profiling samples by flow cytometry. In vitro culture of mammalian cells and/or microbes (bacteria and fungi). Maintain shared mouse strains by setting up breeder cages, weaning progeny, and genotyping. Maintain the lab's inventory and reorder supplies when necessary. Participate in meetings and lab organization. REQUIREMENTS: Requires a bachelor's degree in a biological sciences field. At least 1 year of experience in a research laboratory. Prior experience handling rodents is preferred. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: This position entails working in laboratory and vivarium environment and requires the ability to handle mice. Ability to lift 25 lbs. up to chest-height. COMPENSATION: The expected hiring range for this position is $20.07 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 to be in conflict with or to eliminate or modify in any way the employment-at-will status of Scripps Research staff. EEO STATEMENT: The Scripps Research Institute is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We promote diversity of thought, culture and background in the fields of science. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic or status. Underrepresented individuals are encouraged to apply.
Company:
Scripps Research
Posted:
May 24 on jobRxiv
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