What are the responsibilities and job description for the RESEARCH ASSISTANT I - Williamson Lab position at Scripps Research?
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POSITION TITLE: Research Assistant I
Position Summary
The position is part of a team analyzing the role of RNA modifications in cancer using metabolomics, mass spectrometry of RNA, and Ribo-seq analysis. The study involves reproducible growth and maintenance of human cell lines in response to metabolic challenges, and preparation of biomass. The Research Assistant is expected to develop reproducible growth protocols that ensure consistency and are supported by thorough documentation and meticulous attention to detail.
Responsiblities And Duties
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.
POSITION TITLE: Research Assistant I
Position Summary
The position is part of a team analyzing the role of RNA modifications in cancer using metabolomics, mass spectrometry of RNA, and Ribo-seq analysis. The study involves reproducible growth and maintenance of human cell lines in response to metabolic challenges, and preparation of biomass. The Research Assistant is expected to develop reproducible growth protocols that ensure consistency and are supported by thorough documentation and meticulous attention to detail.
Responsiblities And Duties
- Growth and maintenance of human cell lines.
- Assistance with downstream protocols, including cell lysis and preparation of samples for subsequent metabolomics, RNA mass spectrometry, or Ribo-seq.
- Rigorous record keeping.
- Participation in group meetings and team meetings.
- Details of established essential functions for this position will be addressed/discussed during the interview process.
- 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.
- Experience with human cell culture techniques is strongly preferred.
- Additional experience with quantitative biochemical and biophysical techniques is very beneficial for the team.
- 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.
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.
Salary : $21 - $25
