Cell-Free Synthetic Biology Technician II

Rice University; Houston (TX); Vor Ort; USD 26.000 - 32.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Rice University's Zhang Lab seeks a Research Technician II to support cell-free synthetic biology research. You will work closely with graduate students, postdocs, and the PI to perform established workflows, prepare materials, maintain records, and ensure consistency across projects.

The role requires strong lab technique, attention to detail, and the ability to execute complex procedures accurately. Responsibilities include updating procedures and maintaining continuity as personnel or

Qualifikationen

• Bachelor's degree in Biology, Bioengineering, Chemical Engineering, Biochemistry, Biotechnology, or a related field.
• Three years of related laboratory or research experience.
• Equivalent year-for-year substitution allowed for education or experience.

Aufgaben

• Execute complex, multi-step cell-free synthetic biology workflows.
• Prepare and perform quality control on reagents, strains, cell lines, extracts, buffers, and other laboratory materials.
• Maintain organized research materials, records, and standardized workflows across projects.
• Update SOPs and contribute to workflow improvements as procedures evolve.
• Coordinate inventory management and routine lab stocking.
• Assist with data and protocol sharing with collaborating laboratories.

Kenntnisse

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Team collaboration

SOP adherence

Ausbildung

Bachelor's degree in Biology/Bioengineering/Chemical Engineering or related field

Tools

Molecular biology techniques

Laboratory databases

Jobbeschreibung

Rice University's Zhang Lab seeks a Research Technician II to support cell-free synthetic biology research. You will work closely with graduate students, postdocs, and the PI to perform established workflows, prepare materials, maintain records, and ensure consistency across projects.

The role requires strong lab technique, attention to detail, and the ability to execute complex procedures accurately. Responsibilities include updating procedures and maintaining continuity as personnel or