Onsite Research Technician in Molecular Biology Lab

University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill; Chapel Hill (NC); Vor Ort; USD 35.000 - 48.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill in Chapel Hill, NC, seeks a Research Technician for the Pattenden Lab. The role focuses on managing experiments to create genetically encoded identifiers of DNA circles, with emphasis on precision, organization, and collaboration across the team.

The position is full-time, time-limited for 21 months, and requires a 100% onsite presence. Typical hours are 40 per week, Monday–Friday, with potential evenings and weekends as project needs arise.

Qualifikationen

• Experience in molecular biology laboratory and basic techniques.
• Competence in DNA/RNA isolation, chromatin isolation and sequencing prep.
• Proficiency with flow cytometry and cell culture.
• Excellent organization, documentation, and attention to detail.
• Ability to learn new techniques and work independently when needed.
• Proficiency with MS Office tools for data input and analysis.

Aufgaben

• Manage and perform experiments on a project to create genetically encoded identifiers.
• Maintain inventory and train lab members on equipment and protocols.
• Generate DNA plasmids, transfect cells, and analyze nucleic acids.
• Operate acoustic sonication, flow cytometry, and sample prep workflows.
• Document data, analyze results, and present findings with MS Office tools.

Kenntnisse

Molecular biology

Flow cytometry

Cell culture

DNA cloning

DNA/RNA isolation

Chromatin isolation

Acoustic sonication

Data management

MS Excel

Tech documentation

Ausbildung

Bachelor's degree in a relevant field

Tools

MS Excel

Word

Powerpoint

Jobbeschreibung

University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill in Chapel Hill, NC, seeks a Research Technician for the Pattenden Lab. The role focuses on managing experiments to create genetically encoded identifiers of DNA circles, with emphasis on precision, organization, and collaboration across the team.

The position is full-time, time-limited for 21 months, and requires a 100% onsite presence. Typical hours are 40 per week, Monday–Friday, with potential evenings and weekends as project needs arise.