Molecular Endocrinology Lab Technician (In Vivo)

Charles R. Drew University of Medicine and Science; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent benefits

Job summary

Charles R. Drew University of Medicine and Science in Los Angeles seeks a laboratory technician to support molecular endocrinology, diabetes, and obesity research under a Principal Investigator.

You will plan experiments, collect data, follow protocols, and perform bench work with molecular biology techniques and small animal studies. Required BA/BS in Biological Sciences and 1–3 years in related field; strong biochemistry/molecular biology background; proficiency with DNA/RNA/protein

Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree in Biological Sciences or related field.
• 1–3 years experience in related field; strong background in biochemistry/molecular biology.
• Familiar with DNA/RNA/protein extraction, Western blots, cell culture, and immunohistochemistry.

Responsibilities

• Protein and RNA extract from mouse tissues and mammalian cells.
• siRNA transfection in vivo and in vitro.
• Immunohistochemistry and DNA cloning tasks.
• Perform animal studies including diabetic model generation and treatment.

Skills

Molecular biology techniques

DNA/RNA extraction

Western blot

Cell culture

Immunohistochemistry

Microscopy & optics

Protocol execution

Independent work

MS Word/Excel/PowerPoint

Education

Bachelor's in Biological Sciences

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

MS Word

MS Excel

PowerPoint

Imaging software

Job description

Charles R. Drew University of Medicine and Science in Los Angeles seeks a laboratory technician to support molecular endocrinology, diabetes, and obesity research under a Principal Investigator.

You will plan experiments, collect data, follow protocols, and perform bench work with molecular biology techniques and small animal studies. Required BA/BS in Biological Sciences and 1–3 years in related field; strong biochemistry/molecular biology background; proficiency with DNA/RNA/protein