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Salk Institute for Biological Studies · 1 week ago

Research Assistant II - Laboratory of Dr. Satchidananda Panda

positionSD Metro Area
timeFull-time
remoteOnsite
seniorityEntry, Mid Level
money$21.15/hr - $25/hr
date2+ years exp

The Salk Institute for Biological Studies is an internationally renowned research institution seeking a Research Assistant II to support the Principal Investigator and lab research goals. The role involves performing various molecular biology, cell and biochemistry techniques, as well as general laboratory maintenance and mouse handling tasks.

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Responsibilities

Purification and manipulation of DNA and RNA from diverse biological sources, including bacteria, cultured cells, tumor sample, fresh and frozen tissues. (e.g. RT-PCR, plasmid and genomic DNA preparation)
Culture of primary cells and cell lines
Protein extraction, quantification and western blotting
Mouse husbandry
Mouse physiology/activity/behavior analysis, including weighing, running wheel, indirect calorimetry, automated feeding system, treadmill, rotarod, body temperatures, sleep, sleep disruption, blood collection, oral glucose tolerance test, IPGTT
Dissect adult and embryonic mouse tissues
Tissue processing for histology, and molecular analysis
Assist with cell maintenance
Assist with weekly inventory of lab supplies
Coordinate with suppliers and vendors for technical support and routine maintenance of lab equipment
Performs other related duties as assigned

Qualification

Molecular biology techniquesCell cultureMouse handlingProtein extractionHistology processingInventory softwareMicrosoft OfficeLaboratory maintenanceTechnical support coordinationSoft skills

Required

Minimum 2 years' experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience required
Education: Bachelor's degree in Biological Sciences or related scientific discipline required. A minimum of 4 years of experience in a scientific role is required for consideration of a Bachelor's degree in a different discipline
Computer skills required: Inventory Software; Microsoft Office

Preferred

Prior experience or internships in a laboratory setting

Benefits

Medical
Dental
Vision
Retirement
Paid time off
Tuition reimbursement
Patient advocacy services
Transit/parking program

Company

Salk Institute for Biological Studies

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Salk Institute for Biological Studies conducts research on molecular biology and genetics, neurosciences, and plant biology.
dateFounded in 1963
location
La Jolla, California, USA
people-size501-1000 employees
web-link
http://www.salk.edu/

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Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage
Total Funding
$82.4M
Key Investors
The Conrad Prebys FoundationCalifornia Institute for Regenerative MedicineThe Audacious Project
2025-05-28Grant· $1M
2024-07-31Grant· $3.6M
2019-10-23Grant· $14.3M

Leadership Team

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Suzanne Page
COO and VP
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Gerald Joyce
SVP and Chief Science Officer

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