Salk Institute Office of Technology Development
Research Assistant II - Laboratory of Dr. Satchidananda Panda
Salk Institute Office of Technology Development, San Diego, California, United States, 92189
Research Assistant II - Laboratory of Dr. Satchidananda Panda
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Research Assistant II - Laboratory of Dr. Satchidananda Panda
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The Research Assistant II position supports the Principal Investigator (PI) and lab research goals through a wide range of molecular biology, cell biology, and biochemistry techniques. Responsibilities include animal handling, laboratory maintenance, and supply ordering.
Key Responsibilities
Purification and manipulation of DNA and RNA from diverse biological sources (e.g., RT-PCR, plasmid and genomic DNA preparation).
Culture of primary cells and cell lines.
Protein extraction, quantification, and western blotting.
Mouse husbandry and physiological/behavioral analysis (weighing, running wheel, indirect calorimetry, treadmill, rotarod, body temperatures, sleep studies, blood collection, oral glucose tolerance and IPGTT).
Dissection of adult and embryonic mouse tissues.
Tissue processing for histology and molecular analysis.
Assist with cell maintenance and weekly inventory of lab supplies.
Coordinate with suppliers and vendors for technical support and routine maintenance of lab equipment.
Perform other related duties as required.
Requirements
Minimum 2 years of experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Bachelor's degree in Biological Sciences or a related discipline; a minimum of 4 years of experience is required if the degree is in a different field.
Proficient with inventory software and Microsoft Office.
Preferred: prior laboratory experience or internships.
Offer The expected pay range for this position is $21.15 to $25.00 hourly, determined by factors such as scope of responsibilities, qualifications, and budget.
Benefits include medical, dental, vision, retirement, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, patient advocacy services, and transit/parking programs.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement The Salk Institute for Biological Studies is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to providing equal access to opportunities for all applicants. The Institute prohibits harassment and discrimination in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, veteran status, political affiliation, and any other status protected by law. Discrimination is prohibited with any intersectionality of the above characteristics, including:
Any combination of characteristics.
A perception that the person has any of the characteristics or any combination of those characteristics.
A perception that the person is associated with a person who has, or is perceived to have, any of those characteristics or any combination of those characteristics.
All qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to any factors protected by federal or state law.
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Research Assistant II - Laboratory of Dr. Satchidananda Panda
role at the
Salk Institute Office of Technology Development .
The Research Assistant II position supports the Principal Investigator (PI) and lab research goals through a wide range of molecular biology, cell biology, and biochemistry techniques. Responsibilities include animal handling, laboratory maintenance, and supply ordering.
Key Responsibilities
Purification and manipulation of DNA and RNA from diverse biological sources (e.g., RT-PCR, plasmid and genomic DNA preparation).
Culture of primary cells and cell lines.
Protein extraction, quantification, and western blotting.
Mouse husbandry and physiological/behavioral analysis (weighing, running wheel, indirect calorimetry, treadmill, rotarod, body temperatures, sleep studies, blood collection, oral glucose tolerance and IPGTT).
Dissection of adult and embryonic mouse tissues.
Tissue processing for histology and molecular analysis.
Assist with cell maintenance and weekly inventory of lab supplies.
Coordinate with suppliers and vendors for technical support and routine maintenance of lab equipment.
Perform other related duties as required.
Requirements
Minimum 2 years of experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Bachelor's degree in Biological Sciences or a related discipline; a minimum of 4 years of experience is required if the degree is in a different field.
Proficient with inventory software and Microsoft Office.
Preferred: prior laboratory experience or internships.
Offer The expected pay range for this position is $21.15 to $25.00 hourly, determined by factors such as scope of responsibilities, qualifications, and budget.
Benefits include medical, dental, vision, retirement, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, patient advocacy services, and transit/parking programs.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement The Salk Institute for Biological Studies is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to providing equal access to opportunities for all applicants. The Institute prohibits harassment and discrimination in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, veteran status, political affiliation, and any other status protected by law. Discrimination is prohibited with any intersectionality of the above characteristics, including:
Any combination of characteristics.
A perception that the person has any of the characteristics or any combination of those characteristics.
A perception that the person is associated with a person who has, or is perceived to have, any of those characteristics or any combination of those characteristics.
All qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to any factors protected by federal or state law.
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