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Vanderbilt University · 20 hours ago

Research Assistant, Molecular Physiology and Biophysics

positionNashville, TN, United States
timeFull-time
remoteOnsite
seniorityNew Grad, Entry Level

Vanderbilt University is seeking a motivated research assistant to support research efforts in the Mchaourab laboratory, focusing on neurotransmitter sodium symporters. The role involves managing lab inventory, applying molecular biology techniques, and the opportunity to conduct independent research.

E-LearningEducationHigher Education
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Responsibilities

Manage, order and maintain inventory of lab reagents and equipment
Apply molecular biology techniques to generate novel DNA constructs of target genes
Express, purify and characterize recombinant proteins
Opportunity to perform independent research

Qualification

Molecular biology techniquesRecombinant protein productionCryogenic electron microscopyElectron paramagnetic resonanceRecord keeping

Required

The minimum requirement is a Master's degree in chemistry, biology or a related field is necessary
Knowledge of basic laboratory procedures
Record keeping experience
Experience in molecular biology techniques
Experience in recombinant protein production

Company

Vanderbilt University

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Vanderbilt University is a private research university offering undergraduate, graduate, and professional programs.
dateFounded in 1873
location
Nashville, Tennessee, USA
people-size1001-5000 employees
web-link
http://www.vanderbilt.edu

H1B Sponsorship

Vanderbilt University has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Below presents additional info for your reference. (Data Powered by US Department of Labor)
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Trends of Total Sponsorships
2025 (90)
2024 (91)
2023 (87)
2022 (58)
2021 (62)
2020 (65)

Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage
Total Funding
$28.55M
Key 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
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Bill Blot
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