RESEARCH ASSISTANT I - Badran Lab

Scripps Research Translational Institute; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 28,474 - 34,522; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employer contributed retirement plan

Health and welfare plans

Flexible spending accounts

Competitive vacation and sick leave

Free on-site parking

Job summary

A leading research institution in San Diego is looking for a full-time Research Assistant I. The role involves conducting laboratory techniques, designing experiments, and developing robust genetic circuits. A Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field and experience are required. The position offers a salary range of $20.67 to $25.06 per hour along with comprehensive benefits including health plans and retirement contributions. This is a great opportunity to join a transformative team dedicated to improving human health.

Qualifications

• Requires 1-3 years of experience. Candidates with a Master's degree require 0-2 years of experience.
• Ability to conduct a wide variety of standard laboratory techniques.
• Limited troubleshooting and modification of procedures.

Responsibilities

• Conduct standard laboratory techniques under general supervision.
• May assist in designing experiments.
• Provide interpretation and initial analyses of results.

Skills

Laboratory techniques

Independent problem-solving

Experimental design

Education

Bachelor's degree in a relevant scientific discipline

Job description

ABOUT US: Scripps Research is ranked the most influential institution in the world for its impact on innovation. We expand basic knowledge in the biosciences and use these fundamental advancements to develop profound innovations that improve wellbeing. Our educational and training programs mold talented and committed students and postdocs into leading edge scientists. Scientists in the institute’s five academic research departments work hand‑in‑hand with researchers of the Scripps Research Translational Institute and Calibr to 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 to better 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:

Dr. Ahmed H. Badran’s Laboratory at The Scripps Research Institute seeks to hire a highly motivated full‑time Research Assistant I. The Badran Lab is interested in applying synthetic and chemical biology principles to create expanded genetic codes, improve biosynthetic carbon fixation strategies, and develop novel antimicrobial therapeutics. The research assistant would lead efforts towards the creation of robust genetic circuits and reporters for cellular bioactivities, with a focus on importing heterologous machinery in the laboratory workhorse bacterium Escherichia coli. This position will also include optimizing existing techniques and developing improved methods for troubleshooting of synthetic designs.

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.
• Perform other related duties, tasks and responsibilities as required or assigned.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Requires a Bachelor’s degree in a 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. 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.

COMPENSATION: The expected hiring range for this position is $20.67 to $25.06 per hour, commensurate with experience. Consideration will be given to experience that exceeds the listed requirements.

COMPREHENSIVE BENEFITS INCLUDE:

• Employer Contributed Retirement Plan – Depending on eligibility, employees receive an employer contributed retirement plan (no employee contribution required) and the option to contribute to a 403(b) using your own pre or post‑tax dollars.
• Full Suite of Health and Welfare plans including four medical plan options (including an HSA available option), dental, vision, life insurance, disability, EAP and more
• Access to Flexible Spending Accounts (Medical/Dependent Care)
• Competitive vacation and sick leave policies
• 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. Furthermore, 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.