RESEARCH ASSISTANT I - Automated Synthesis Facility (ASF) PCL

The Scripps Research Institute; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote/Hybrid/Flexible work schedules

Free on-site parking

Health and welfare plans

Job summary

The Scripps Research Institute in La Jolla, CA, is seeking a Research Assistant I to support PCL Node Operation and routine maintenance of all-node infrastructure. The role collaborates with the ASF Scientific Director and staff to assist node users and manage inventory for a national AI-programmable cloud laboratory network aligned with Genesis Mission.

Responsibilities include following supervision, performing standard lab techniques, assisting in experiments, and contributing to data

Qualifications

• Requires a Bachelor's degree in Chemistry or relevant scientific discipline or equivalent.
• 1-3 years experience; organic chemistry preferred; Master's degree with 0-2 years experience may be considered.

Responsibilities

• Work under general supervision and apply sound professional judgement.
• Independently conduct a wide variety of standard laboratory techniques/procedures.
• Provide interpretation and initial analyses of results.
• Assist in designing experiments to complete a segment of the research plan.

Skills

Laboratory techniques

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemistry or relevant scientific discipline

Master's degree

Job description

ABOUT US:

Scripps Research is a nonprofit biomedical institute ranked as one of the most influential in the world for its impact on innovation. We celebrated our 100-year legacy in 2024. This significant milestone marks a century of seminal discoveries in immunology, infectious diseases (such as COVID-19, flu, HIV), neuroscience, heart disease, cancer, and more. Located in La Jolla, California, the institute houses six research departments, multiple Nobel laureates, a top-ranked graduate school and a leading postdoctoral training program. Scripps Research encompasses two elite and highly innovative institutes, the Calibr‑Skaggs Institute for Innovative Medicines and Scripps Research Translational Institute, which merge foundational studies in biology, chemistry and computer science with translational science to produce pioneering drugs and advances in digital and precision medicine. Together, we cultivate new scientific leaders and expand the frontiers of knowledge to deliver medical breakthroughs impacting human health around the globe. If you have a passion for making a difference, this could be your opportunity to join our transformative team.

POSITION TITLE:

Research Assistant I

POSITION SUMMARY:

This position will work under the supervision of the ASF Scientific Director and senior Staff on PCL "Node Operation" to perform routine maintenance on all-node related infrastructure; will assist the Director and Staff in working with Node Users on their research goals and will assist in Node inventory management and inventory replenishment. This project is part of a new national network of AI-programmable cloud laboratories in alignment with the U.S. government's Genesis Mission.

RESPONSIBLITIES AND DUTIES:

• Work under general supervision. Assistance given for unusual problems and normally reviewed for application of sound professional judgement
• Ability to independently conduct a wide variety of standard laboratory techniques/procedures. Some ability to use judgement when necessary to adapt standard methods and techniques. Receive instructions on specific assignment objectives, complex features, and possible solutions.
• May provide interpretation and initial analyses of results.
• Limited ability to troubleshoot and modify procedures.
• May assist in designing experiments to complete a segment of overall research plan.
• Details of established essential functions for this position will be addressed/discussed during the interview process.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Requires a Bachelor's degree in Chemistry or relevant scientific discipline or an equivalent combination of education, training and/or experience from which comparable knowledge, skill and abilities have been attained.
• Requires 1-3 years experience, organic chemistry experience preferred. Candidates possessing a Master's degree, 0-2 years experience required.
• Details of established essential functions for this position will be addressed/discussed during the interview process.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• This position works in a laboratory or vivarium environment.
• Details of established essential functions for this position will be addressed/discussed during the interview process.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

• Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

COMPENSATION:

The expected hiring range for this position is $20.67 to $24.00 per hour, commensurate with experience. Consideration will be given to experience that exceeds the listed requirements.

COMPREHENSIVE BENEFITS INCLUDE:

• Eligibility for retirement plans with employer contribution.
• Full suite of Health and Welfare plans including three medical plan options (including an HSA available option), dental, vision, life insurance, disability, EAP and more.
• Access to Flexible Spending Accounts (Medical/Dependent Care).
• Remote/Hybrid/Flexible work schedules (Dependent on role).
• Competitive vacation and sick leave policies.
• Free, on-site Counseling Center which provides confidential counseling services to benefits-eligible employees and their family members.
• Free, on-site parking.

The above statements describe the level of work performed and expected in general terms. The statements are not intended to list all the responsibilities, duties and/or skills required of employees so classified, and the content herein is subject to change due to the business needs of Scripps Research, with or without notice. Further, nothing in this job description shall be interpreted to be in conflict with or to eliminate or modify in any way the employment-at-will status of Scripps Research staff.

EEO Statement:

The Scripps Research Institute is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We promote diversity of thought, culture and background in the fields of science. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic or status.

Education

Bachelors of Chemistry (preferred)

Experience

1 - 3 years: Organic chemistry (preferred)

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