Senior Wet-Lab Research Associate

Meharry Medical College; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Meharry Medical College in Nashville seeks a Research Assistant II to support wetlab operations, including protein, RNA, and DNA work, cell culture, and buffer preparation. The role requires independent work and teamwork, clear communication, strong organization, and meticulous attention to detail.

Responsibilities include maintaining trypanosome and mammalian cultures, protein and DNA analyses, transfection, protocol updates, reagent testing, data assembly for reports, and equipment upkeep.

Qualifications

• Clear communication, organization, and attention to detail are essential.
• Protein expression and purification capabilities are required.
• Familiarity with DNA and protein gel analysis and Western blot is expected.

Responsibilities

• Maintain trypanosome and mammalian cell cultures.
• Perform protein and DNA analysis.
• Prepare buffers and solutions according to protocols.
• Transfect cells and conduct other experiments as instructed.
• Write and update laboratory protocols.

Skills

Protein expression

Purification

DNA gel analysis

Western blot

Data presentation

Protocol following

Communication

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Education

B.Sc. with at least 3 yrs laboratory experience

Tools

Centrifuges

Incubated shakers

Job description

Meharry Medical College in Nashville seeks a Research Assistant II to support wetlab operations, including protein, RNA, and DNA work, cell culture, and buffer preparation. The role requires independent work and teamwork, clear communication, strong organization, and meticulous attention to detail.

Responsibilities include maintaining trypanosome and mammalian cultures, protein and DNA analyses, transfection, protocol updates, reagent testing, data assembly for reports, and equipment upkeep.