Professional Research Assistant

Job Summary

A Professional Research Associate position is available in the Kasinath Lab (Dr. Vignesh Kasinath) Research Group in the Department of Biochemistry at the University of Colorado Boulder. The Kasinath Lab investigates fundamental questions in RNA and chromatin biology in gene regulation using an integrative approach that combines biochemistry, structural biology (including cryo-electron microscopy), mass spectrometry, and other cutting-edge biophysical methods.

Key Responsibilities

• Independent and collaborative research projects in chromatin biology and gene regulation
• Executing experimental plans, analyzing data, and presenting findings
• Maintaining lab organization, ordering supplies, managing equipment
• Conducting molecular biology experiments (cloning, gene expression, protein purification)
• Maintaining cell culture lines
• Participating in lab meetings and journal clubs
• Maintaining laboratory notebooks and records
• Adhering to professional working hours (9 AM – 5 PM, Monday through Friday)
• Contributing to shared lab duties and mentoring newer members