Scripps Research · 5 months ago
RESEARCH ASSISTANT III - JIN LAB
California, United States
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$70K/yr - $84K/yr
5+ years expScripps Research is a nonprofit biomedical institute known for its significant contributions to innovation in various fields of science. The Jin lab is seeking a Research Assistant III to collaborate with the principal investigator and lab members, overseeing day-to-day lab operations while conducting complex research projects and managing lab safety and equipment.
BiopharmaBiotechnologyMedical
Responsibilities
Perform non-routine procedures and resolve complex problems where analysis of situation or data requires evaluation of intangible variables. Exercise judgement in developing methods, techniques and evaluation criteria for obtaining results. Fully competent and proficient in performing complex interpretations and analyses. Mastery of specialized lab techniques and evaluation of problems. May plan and conduct a project or a large portion of a more diverse project
Fully competent and proficient in operating sophisticated scientific lab equipment, having ability to perform complex procedures and techniques with accuracy
Responsibilities typically include one or more of the following: In supervisory capacity, plans, organizes, and directs assigned projects. Supervises small staff of professional level employees
Perform complex or novel assignments requiring development of new or improved techniques and procedures. Demonstration of initiative, creative, and appropriate problem solving, and troubleshooting proficiency to advance scientific goals is essential
Facilitate mouse colony management, performing molecular biology and library preparation
Qualification
Required
Requires a bachelor's degree in a relevant scientific discipline or an equivalent combination of education, training and/or experience from which comparable knowledge, skill and abilities have been attained
Requires a minimum of 5 years' experience
Candidates possessing a master's degree, 3+ years' experience required
Preferred
Backgrounds in chemistry, biology, neuroscience, biochemistry, molecular biology, genetics, and bioengineering are especially encouraged to apply
Benefits
Employer Contributed Retirement Plan – Depending on eligibility, employees receive an employer contributed retirement plan (no employee contribution required) and the option to contribute to a 403(b) (which is similar to a 401(k) using your own pre or post-tax dollars)
Full Suite of Health and Welfare plans including three medical plan options (including an HSA available option), dental, vision, life insurance, disability, EAP and more Access to Flexible Spending Accounts (Medical/Dependent Care)
Competitive vacation and sick leave policies
Free, on-site parking
Company
Scripps Research
Scripps Research is a leader in the discovery and application of biomedical breakthroughs that improve human health.
1001-5000 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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2020 (1)
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$71.2MKey Investors
National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney DiseasesThe Conrad Prebys FoundationNational Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases
2025-10-08Grant· $3.2M
2025-05-28Grant· $1M
2022-05-18Grant· $67M
Leadership Team
Ed Ramos
Director of Digital Clinical Trials, Co-founder Digital Trials Center
Caroline M.
Chief Operating Officer
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