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Howard Hughes Medical Institute (HHMI)

Research Technician (Zallen Lab)

Howard Hughes Medical Institute (HHMI), New York, New York, us, 10261

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Howard Hughes Medical Institute (HHMI) . The HHMI advances the discovery and sharing of scientific knowledge to benefit us all. As a biomedical research organization and philanthropy, HHMI supports a vibrant community of academic researchers, educators, students, and professionals. Together, we’re unlocking the fundamentals of biology and building an open, inclusive future for science. We are actively seeking a

Research Technician

to join the lab of

Dr. Jennifer Zallen

at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center in New York City, NY. This individual will work as part of an interactive, multidisciplinary team of scientists working to understand how cells navigate through the body during development and how defects in these processes can lead to birth defects and cancer. We use cell biological, genetic, biophysical, computational, and live-imaging approaches to visualize cell and protein dynamics in living embryos. The long-term goal of this research is to leverage this information to build, repair, and regenerate tissues to treat human disease. More information can be found at the following website: https://www.hhmi.org/scientists/jennifer-zallen

Primary Work Address:

1275 York Avenue, New York, NY 10021

What you’ll do

Use molecular biology, biochemistry, and cell biology techniques to study protein localization, dynamics, and function

Learn innovative microscopy methods to analyze cell dynamics in fly or mouse embryos using confocal microscopy and time-lapse imaging

Assist with the design and engineering of fly or mouse lines using CRISPR/Cas9 methods

Assist with the maintenance of collections of fly or mouse lines

Collaborate with senior scientists, postdoctoral researchers, and graduate students in an intellectually stimulating and interactive environment

What you bring

Bachelor’s degree in biology, biochemistry, physics, chemistry, engineering, or a related field

Self-motivated, interactive, and meticulous approach to tasks and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team

Excellent interpersonal, organizational, documentation, and communication skills

Enthusiasm for learning new approaches and a passion for teaching and helping others

A minimum of one year of undergraduate research experience is required

What we provide

A competitive compensation package with comprehensive health and wellness benefits

Joining the vibrant research community at Sloan Kettering

Hands-on training and ongoing skill-building in using genetic, cell biological, and imaging approaches to study fly or mouse development

Opportunities to work closely with an interactive multidisciplinary team of scientists and contribute to research publications

Career mentorship to foster professional growth and support in achieving your career goals

Application Instructions Please include your GPA and a list of three professional references with contact information (names, phone numbers, and e-mail addresses) as part of your application.

Please Note:

This job description sets forth the job’s principal duties, responsibilities, and requirements; it should not be construed as an exhaustive statement. Unless the duties begin with the word may, the essential duties and responsibilities described above are essential functions of the job, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act.

Compensation and Benefits Our employees are compensated from a total rewards perspective in many ways for their contributions to our mission, including competitive pay, exceptional health benefits, retirement plans, time off, and a range of recognition and wellness programs. Visit our Benefits at HHMI site to learn more.

Compensation Range:

$19.24 (minimum) - $24.09 (midpoint) - $31.29 (maximum)

Pay Type:

Hourly

HHMI’s salary structure is developed based on relevant job market data. HHMI considers a candidate's education, previous experiences, knowledge, skills and abilities, as well as internal consistency when making job offers. Typically, a new hire for this position in this location is compensated between the minimum and the midpoint of the salary range.

HHMI is an Equal Opportunity Employer . We use E-Verify to confirm the identity and employment eligibility of all new hires.

Job details

Seniority level: Entry level

Employment type: Full-time

Job function: Research, Analyst, and Information Technology

Industries: Biotechnology Research, Research Services, and Higher Education

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