Vanderbilt University · 3 weeks ago
Research Technician - Term Biological Sciences - Lea Lab
Nashville, TN
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
1+ years expVanderbilt University is seeking a Research Technician for the Lea lab within the Department of Biological Sciences. This role involves performing molecular biology techniques, overseeing laboratory logistics, and supporting ongoing research projects.
E-LearningEducationHigher Education
Responsibilities
Extract DNA and RNA from biological samples
Generate and QC libraries for high throughput sequencing (e.g., RNA-seq, DNA-seq, RRBS, or ATAC-seq libraries)
Assist with ongoing projects in the lab using massively parallel reporter assays; these protocols require mammalian cell culture, transformation, and transfection
Maintain a detailed lab notebook
Maintain a detailed and up to date database of laboratory protocols
Maintain a detailed and up to date database of supply ordering
Maintain a detailed and up to date database of biological sample storage and oversee biological sample organization
Assist other lab members with finding, using, and returning archived biological samples to freezers
Assist in collaborative efforts with other team members, laboratories, and/or institutions; train grad students, postdocs, and undergraduate trainees on specific protocols as needed
Oversee daily operations with respect to equipment maintenance, ordering and supplies, safety procedures, and training
Troubleshoot equipment and maintain as needed according to manufacturer and university guidelines
Evaluate, negotiate, and purchase standard supplies and equipment
Perform light administrative duties when asked, for example helping with permits, data and file management, or paperwork related to projects in the lab
Other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
A Bachelor's degree in biology, genetics, or a related field from an accredited institution of higher education
A minimum of 1 year of laboratory technician or other laboratory work experience
Comfortable with Microsoft Office, Google Drive apps, and other word processing or spreadsheet applications
Comfortable with learning new applications for organizing samples, orders, etc
Extreme attention to detail and organizational abilities
Ability to function independently as well as part of a team
Ability to maintain a detailed lab notebook
Knowledge of basic aseptic technique and molecular techniques (e.g., PCR, cloning, gel electrophoresis, DNA/RNA extractions)
Experience in a genomics or molecular biology laboratory
Preferred
Experience with tissue culture
Experience with high-throughout sequencing library preparation
Company
Vanderbilt University
Vanderbilt University is a private research university offering undergraduate, graduate, and professional programs.
1001-5000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$28.55MKey Investors
Mark AbkowitzNational Science Foundation
2018-11-07Grant· $4.5M
2018-04-18Grant· $0.55M
2015-07-10Grant· $12.8M
Leadership Team
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Bharat Bhuva
Professor
Bill Blot
Professor
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