Research Technician: Virology & RNA-Seq

University of California - Davis; Davis (CA); On-site; USD 57,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of California, Davis is seeking a Junior Specialist for full-time work under Dr. Dennis Hartigan-O’Connor.

The role focuses on interdisciplinary studies in viral pathogenesis and vaccines against viruses, with emphasis on HIV/SIV-related molecular and bioinformatic analyses. Responsibilities include RNA/DNA extraction, Real Time PCR, scRNA-seq and bulk RNA-seq data processing, histology, immunochemistry, tissue processing, and involvement in animal studies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Biology or related field.
• Wet-lab experience with non-human primate samples, lymphocyte isolation, and flow cytometry.
• Experience with real-time PCR and molecular biology techniques.

Responsibilities

• Research in viral pathogenesis and vaccine studies in HIV/SIV.
• Perform RNA/DNA extraction and RNA-seq data processing.
• Assist in tissue processing, histology, and immunochemistry.
• Participate in animal studies and data analysis under supervision.

Skills

Wet-lab experience

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in Human Biology or related field

Tools

Flow cytometry

Real Time PCR

Job description

The University of California, Davis is seeking a Junior Specialist for full-time work under Dr. Dennis Hartigan-O’Connor.

The role focuses on interdisciplinary studies in viral pathogenesis and vaccines against viruses, with emphasis on HIV/SIV-related molecular and bioinformatic analyses. Responsibilities include RNA/DNA extraction, Real Time PCR, scRNA-seq and bulk RNA-seq data processing, histology, immunochemistry, tissue processing, and involvement in animal studies.