Sanford Burnham Prebys is a preeminent, independent biomedical research institute dedicated to understanding human biology and disease, and advancing scientific discoveries to profoundly impact human health.

The Research Assistant I/II will be working in the Huang Lab and will be involved in lab organization, coordination and facilitating projects related to the identification of molecular mechanisms of risk genes associated to Alzheimer’s Disease and neurodegenerative diseases. The Research Assistant will be responsible for daily maintenance activities within the laboratory, including equipment maintenance, ordering, and fundamental research activities in the lab including mouse genotyping and inventory.

Primary Responsibilities

• Oversees lab equipment and maintenance
• Determines methods and procedures on new assignments or day-to-day work
• Keeps written records of experiments and data organization
• Troubleshoots problems and develops solutions to technical problems of moderate to high scope using independent thinking, literature, and colleagues as resources to solve problems
• Provides interpretation and analysis of results
• Maintains various reagent collections, and inventories
• Orders lab supplies as needed
• Assist lab members with experiments as required

Required Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in a biological science, chemistry or related field or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities have been attained
• Prior lab experience is preferred
• Experience working with mouse models is preferred
• Candidates with one or more years of experience may be considered for Level II
• Proof of COVID-19 Vaccination is required

Knowledge, Skills and/or Abilities

• Work independently as well as in a team environment
• Be responsible and have strong time management skills
• Able to analyze and resolve issues of moderate complexity
• Possess strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Demonstrate professional communication and interpersonal skills
• Professional proficiency in Microsoft Office
• Embody the Institute’s core values of Commitment, Collaboration, Communication, Community and Compassion

COMPENSATION:

The expected hiring range for this position is $16.30 - $26.45/hour, commensurate with experience.

The scientists at Sanford Burnham Prebys Medical Discovery Institute are making research breakthroughs in cancer, neuroscience, immunology, and children's disease. We are also at the forefront of finding solutions for health threats such as COVID-19, where we are working to identify drugs that may help millions of people. During our more than 40 year history, we have established an NCI-designated Cancer Center, designed one of the most sophisticated drug discovery centers in the nonprofit world, and created global collaborations that are leading to preventions, treatments and cures to improve human health.

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