RESEARCH TECHNICIAN - Pulupa Lab

The Scripps Research Institute; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employer contributed retirement plan

Health and welfare plans

Flexible Spending Accounts

Vacation and sick leave

Free on-site parking

Job summary

The Scripps Research Institute in La Jolla, CA is seeking a Research Technician to perform routine scientific tasks, prepare samples, and operate standard lab equipment of moderate complexity. Responsibilities include mammalian cell culture, DNA/RNA isolation, PCR/qPCR, viral production, cloning, and genomic/proteomic sample preparation.

Fluorescence imaging and data analysis are also required. Requires a bachelor's degree or 1–6 years of related experience; on-site parking and comprehensive

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant scientific discipline or 3–6 years of related experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
• Experience with mammalian cell culture, DNA/RNA methods, and molecular biology techniques is expected.

Responsibilities

• General laboratory organization and upkeep
• Mammalian cell culture, including maintenance of primary cultures and cell lines
• Molecular biology techniques (DNA/RNA isolation, PCR, qPCR, viral production, and cloning)
• Mouse colony husbandry, sample collection, and census record-keeping
• Preparation of samples for genomic and proteomic studies
• Fluorescence imaging and data analysis
• Other related duties as required or assigned

Skills

Mammalian cell culture

Molecular biology

PCR

qPCR

DNA/RNA isolation

Viral production

Cloning

Fluorescence imaging

Education

Bachelor's degree in a relevant scientific discipline

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 Technician

POSITION SUMMARY:

Perform a variety of routine scientific tasks; may prepare experimental samples and conduct imaging experiments; set up and operate standard lab equipment of moderate complexity.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

• General laboratory organization and upkeep
• Mammalian cell culture, including maintenance of primary cultures and cell lines
• Molecular biology techniques, such as DNA/RNA isolation, PCR, qPCR, viral production, and cloning
• Mouse colony husbandry, sample collection, and census record-keeping
• Preparation of samples for genomic and proteomic studies
• Fluorescence imaging and data analysis
• Other related duties, tasks, and responsibilities as required or assigned

REQUIREMENTS:

• Requires a bachelor's degree in a relevant scientific discipline and up to one (1) year of related experience.
• Three (3) to six (6) years of related laboratory experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.

COMPENSATION:

The expected hiring range for this position is $18.67 to $24 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) (which is similar to a 401(k) using your own pre or post-tax dollars)
• 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)
• 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.