Mouse Surgery In Vivo Research Assistant II

The Jackson Laboratory; Bar Harbor (ME); On-site; USD 43,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

The Jackson Laboratory in Bar Harbor, Maine is seeking a Research Assistant II to support scientific research under supervision. You will apply established laboratory methods, assist with experimental design, collect and analyze data, and help prepare reports and publications, while contributing to training and progress communication.

Responsibilities include maintaining documentation, coordinating resources, and performing multiple experiments with careful oversight.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• 2 years of experience required; 4 years preferred.
• Comprehensive mouse handling and husbandry skills demonstrated.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot issues in research procedures and refine methods.
• Review and maintain research documentation and methodology updates.
• Manage laboratory resources, inventory, equipment, and workspace coordination.
• Demonstrate procedures and assist in training teammates.
• Organize, analyze, and summarize research data using statistical tools; support manuscript preparation.

Skills

Mouse handling

Laboratory techniques

Data analysis

Communication

Time management

Lab safety

Teamwork

Training others

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

The Jackson Laboratory in Bar Harbor, Maine is seeking a Research Assistant II to support scientific research under supervision. You will apply established laboratory methods, assist with experimental design, collect and analyze data, and help prepare reports and publications, while contributing to training and progress communication.

Responsibilities include maintaining documentation, coordinating resources, and performing multiple experiments with careful oversight.