"Research Specialist I"

Department

Princeton Neuroscience Inst

Category

Research and Laboratory

Job Type

Full-Time

Overview

The Krienen lab in the Princeton Neuroscience Institute (krienenlab.org) is seeking a bright and motivated full-time technician. Research in the lab focuses on understanding genetic influences that shape the development and evolution of the mammalian brain. Research Specialist responsibilities include using technologies such as single cell genomics to characterize mammalian autism models, as well as using molecular tools to develop a high-throughput method to study local mRNA components of synapses. The individual will participate in research projects and work closely with other lab members and the PI.

This position provides an excellent opportunity to further develop research skills in neurobiology, molecular biology and genomics-based technology development. This is a one-year term position (with the possibility of renewal); preference is given to candidates who can commit to 2 years.

Responsibilities

• Standardize molecular biology workflows and test new protocols
• Contribute to experimental workflows of high-throughput sequencing.
• Conduct flow cytometry and molecular biology experiments (DNA and RNA analysis) on brain tissue dissections.
• Perform histological analysis of brain tissue with confocal microscopy.
• Other lab duties as assigned

Qualifications

Essential Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in neuroscience, molecular biology, biochemistry, bioengineering, computational biology, or a related field is required.
• Must have wet lab research experience, and experience in molecular biology techniques (e.g. PCR, molecular cloning, sequencing).
• Must be highly organized and have exceptional note-taking and communication skills (written and oral)

Preferred candidates will be able to work with other lab members on collaborative projects and assist with other lab duties as needed. They will enjoy learning and conducting wet lab experiments.

This position is subject to the University's background check policy.

Princeton University is an Equal Opportunity and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Standard Weekly Hours 36.25

Eligible for Overtime Yes

Benefits Eligible Yes

Probationary Period 90 days

Salary Range $41,000 to $60,000