CRISPR Research Technician – Molecular Biology Lab

Ugajobsearch; Athens (GA); Presencial; USD 19.000 - 27.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

The University of Georgia is seeking a Research Technician to assist in the Weiss Laboratory with biochemical and molecular biology experiments focusing on glycosaminoglycan biology and drug discovery. The role involves CRISPR cell engineering, screening workflows, and maintaining mammalian cell lines in a collaborative lab setting.

Normal hours are Monday–Friday 8am–5pm, with variation possible based on research needs.

Formación

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Familiarity with cell culture and/or biochemical assays.
• Knowledge of basic laboratory technique; pipetting and solution preparation.

Responsabilidades

• Generate and validate CRISPR-engineered cell lines for drug-target discovery using established lab protocols for guide RNA delivery, single-cell cloning, and genotype confirmation by PCR and sequencing.
• Perform pooled CRISPR screening assays as directed by the PI, including library transduction, cell expansion and selection, and sample harvesting.
• Operate flow cytometers and cell sorters to analyze and sort cell populations, and prepare samples for downstream analysis.
• Maintain, expand, and cryopreserve mammalian cell lines using aseptic technique, including routine contamination testing.
• Troubleshoot routine technical problems and propose protocol adjustments to the PI for approval.

Conocimientos

Lab techniques

Pipetting

Cell culture

Biochemical assays

Educación

High school diploma or equivalent

Descripción del empleo

The University of Georgia is seeking a Research Technician to assist in the Weiss Laboratory with biochemical and molecular biology experiments focusing on glycosaminoglycan biology and drug discovery. The role involves CRISPR cell engineering, screening workflows, and maintaining mammalian cell lines in a collaborative lab setting.

Normal hours are Monday–Friday 8am–5pm, with variation possible based on research needs.