RESEARCH ASSISTANT III- Teyton Lab (Immunology & Microbiology)

Scripps Research; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 84,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employer Contributed Retirement Plan

Health and Welfare plans including 4+

Flexible Spending Accounts

Vacation and sick leave

Free on-site parking

Job summary

Scripps Research in La Jolla, CA is seeking a Research Assistant III to join a lab focused on early diabetes diagnosis and immune mechanisms that destroy insulin-producing beta cells, using mouse models and human samples.

The role involves performing cellular, molecular, and biochemical techniques, including flow cytometry, tissue culture, T cell assays, and ELISA, with opportunities to design experiments and mentor interns.

Qualifications

• Requires a bachelor’s degree in a relevant scientific discipline or equivalent experience.
• Minimum of 5 years’ lab experience; master’s degree with 3+ years may substitute.
• Experience with flow cytometry, ELISA and cell culture is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform a broad range of laboratory techniques spanning cellular, molecular, and biochemical methods.
• Conduct flow cytometry, tissue culture, T cell assays, and ELISA.
• Apply basic animal research techniques.
• Assist in designing experiments and operate sophisticated scientific laboratory equipment.
• Plan and conduct small to mid-sized research projects, including non-routine procedures.
• Supervise or provide work direction to interns, students, and staff as needed.
• Perform other related duties as required or assigned.

Skills

Laboratory techniques

Data analysis

Team supervision

Education

Bachelor's degree in a relevant scientific discipline

Master's degree in a related field

Tools

Flow cytometry

ELISA

Tissue culture

Animal handling

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.

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 III

Position Summary

The lab studies the early diagnosis of type 1 diabetes and the immune mechanisms that destroy insulin-producing beta cells. Mouse models and human samples are compared throughout so that findings translate to patients. A second focus is developing antibodies against antibiotic-resistant bacteria, especially some of the most dangerous pathogens, including Staphylococcus aureus and Neisseria meningitidis.

Duties & Responsibilites

• Perform a broad range of laboratory techniques spanning cellular, molecular, and biochemical methods.
• Conduct flow cytometry, tissue culture, T cell assays, and ELISA.
• Apply basic animal research techniques.
• Assist in designing experiments and operate sophisticated scientific laboratory equipment.
• Plan and conduct small to mid-sized research projects, or a significant portion of a larger, more diverse project. This includes non-routine procedures, development of new or improved techniques and evaluation criteria, thorough data analysis, and interpretation of complex results.
• Supervise or provide work direction and training to interns, students, and/or a small team of professional-level staff, as needed.
• Perform other related duties 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 a minimum of 5 years’ experience.
• Candidates possessing a master’s degree, 3+ years’ experience required.

Physical Requirements

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

COMPENSATION:

The expected hiring range for this position is $70,304 - $84,375 per year, 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.