Lab Research Technician - Genomics, Imaging & Cell Culture

The Scripps Research Institute; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employer contributed retirement plan

Health and welfare plans

Flexible Spending Accounts

Vacation and sick leave

Free on-site parking

Job summary

The Scripps Research Institute in La Jolla, CA is seeking a Research Technician to perform routine scientific tasks, prepare samples, and operate standard lab equipment of moderate complexity. Responsibilities include mammalian cell culture, DNA/RNA isolation, PCR/qPCR, viral production, cloning, and genomic/proteomic sample preparation.

Fluorescence imaging and data analysis are also required. Requires a bachelor's degree or 1–6 years of related experience; on-site parking and comprehensive

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant scientific discipline or 3–6 years of related experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
• Experience with mammalian cell culture, DNA/RNA methods, and molecular biology techniques is expected.

Responsibilities

• General laboratory organization and upkeep
• Mammalian cell culture, including maintenance of primary cultures and cell lines
• Molecular biology techniques (DNA/RNA isolation, PCR, qPCR, viral production, and cloning)
• Mouse colony husbandry, sample collection, and census record-keeping
• Preparation of samples for genomic and proteomic studies
• Fluorescence imaging and data analysis
• Other related duties as required or assigned

Skills

Mammalian cell culture

Molecular biology

PCR

qPCR

DNA/RNA isolation

Viral production

Cloning

Fluorescence imaging

Education

Bachelor's degree in a relevant scientific discipline

Job description

The Scripps Research Institute in La Jolla, CA is seeking a Research Technician to perform routine scientific tasks, prepare samples, and operate standard lab equipment of moderate complexity. Responsibilities include mammalian cell culture, DNA/RNA isolation, PCR/qPCR, viral production, cloning, and genomic/proteomic sample preparation.

Fluorescence imaging and data analysis are also required. Requires a bachelor's degree or 1–6 years of related experience; on-site parking and comprehensive