Scripps Research · 5 days ago
RESEARCH ASSISTANT III- Andersen Lab
San Diego, California, United States
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$70K/yr - $84K/yr
5+ years expScripps Research is ranked the most influential institution in the world for its impact on innovation. The Scripps Research Institute is currently seeking a Research Assistant for the Andersen Lab to conduct diverse projects that integrate immunological and computational genomics approaches to study emerging viruses and the outbreaks they cause.
BiopharmaBiotechnologyMedical
Responsibilities
Plan and conduct immunological assays on clinical samples, including (but not limited to) multiplexed Luminex assays, functional antibody profiling assays, flow cytometry phenotyping and functional assays, and bulk and/or single-cell RNA sequencing
Design and iterative improvement of sequencing schemes for target pathogens from wastewater samples
Will be responsible for handling and processing of biological samples in BSL2+ lab conditions. Experience in library preparation and NGS sequencing platforms, such as Illumina, AVITI and Oxford Nanopore, is recommended
Plan and conduct a small or average-sized project or a large portion of a more diverse project
Work under minimal supervision. Independently carry out a wide variety of standard laboratory techniques/procedures while using judgment when necessary to adapt standard methods and techniques. Receive instructions on specific assignment objectives, complex features, and possible solutions
Present work at lab meetings and participate in academic publications
Routine equipment maintenance
Work and coordinate research with our many public health partners and research collaborators
Provide guidance/training to visiting collaborators
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
Candidates with prior experience or training in immunology are particularly encouraged to apply
Experience in library preparation and NGS sequencing platforms, such as Illumina, AVITI and Oxford Nanopore, is recommended
Benefits
Eligibility for retirement plans with employer contribution.
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).
Flexible work schedules (Dependent on role).
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
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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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