Research Assistant I

Job Summary

In the Department of Molecular and Cellular Biology, we research and teach how the collective behavior of molecules and cells forms the basis of life. ... The Whipple Lab ... is seeking a full-time Research Assistant I.

Job-Specific Responsibilities

Research responsibilities may include:

• Assisting with experimental design and execution
• Performing molecular biology experiments (e.g., cloning, genetic perturbations)
• Supporting sequencing-based assays (e.g., RNA-seq, chromatin profiling)
• Working with mammalian cell culture systems, including stem cells and neurons
• Collecting, organizing, and analyzing experimental data
• Contributing to lab meetings, presentations, and written summaries

In addition to research activities, the Research Assistant will contribute to laboratory operations. Responsibilities may include:

• Maintaining laboratory organization and shared resources
• Preparing reagents and managing inventory
• Ordering supplies and coordinating equipment maintenance
• Supporting laboratory safety and compliance

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications (required): Bachelor’s degree in biology, neuroscience, biocomputation, or a related field.

Additional Qualifications and Skills (preferred): At least one year of laboratory research experience is strongly preferred. ...