Immunity Research Technician: CRISPR, Luminex & In Vivo

The University of Georgia; Athens (GA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Georgia is seeking a Research Tech to join a dynamic immunology lab working with mouse models and human pathogens.

The role involves recombinant protein expression, serological assays (Luminex), plasmid design, CRISPR screening, and tissue preparation. You will work with microscopy and flow cytometry, contributing to experimental design and data analysis under supervision.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent with 5 years of related experience.
• Willingness to work with mice and human pathogens.
• Interest in tissue preparation and various microscopy methods.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for recombinant protein expression and purification, data analysis, and serological assays using the Luminex platform.
• Designing and executing research experiments and protocols under PI guidance.
• PBMC extraction from whole blood via density gradient centrifugation.
• Cryo-sectioning, tissue freezing, embedding, and sectioning for histology.
• Plasmid design and molecular cloning with validation.
• Collaborate with other researchers to advance projects.

Skills

Luminex

Flow Cytometry

CRISPR screening

Tissue preparation

Molecular cloning

Data analysis

Protein expression

In vivo work

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Luminex platform

Density gradient centrifugation

Histology

Job description

The University of Georgia is seeking a Research Tech to join a dynamic immunology lab working with mouse models and human pathogens.

The role involves recombinant protein expression, serological assays (Luminex), plasmid design, CRISPR screening, and tissue preparation. You will work with microscopy and flow cytometry, contributing to experimental design and data analysis under supervision.