Gladstone Institutes · 1 day ago
Research Associate I- Jain Lab
San Francisco, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
$27/hr - $31/hr
2+ years expGladstone Institutes is a distinguished independent research institution dedicated to advancing human health through cutting-edge medical research. The Jain Lab is seeking a Research Associate to study oxygen and vitamin metabolism, involving wet lab molecular biology/biochemistry experiments and animal work, while providing opportunities for mentorship and professional growth.
Biotechnology
Responsibilities
Oversee all aspects of animal care, including designing breeding schemes, maintaining mouse colonies, and managing genetic crosses. Responsibilities also include genotyping, tagging, and keeping detailed records of cages, body weights, survival, and activity
Perform a variety of experimental techniques, including cloning, Western blots, protein biochemistry, tissue culture, and advanced microscopy
Conduct essential animal work, such as monitoring health metrics (weight, temperature), performing behavioral studies, administering blood draws, and executing basic dissections
Execute a wide range of tasks, including cell passaging, developing growth curves, transfections, infections, and flow cytometry
Perform specialized biochemical tasks, such as mass spectrometry and enzyme activity assays
Execute basic quantitative tasks, including preparing dilutions, molarity calculations, manipulating Excel files, and managing databases
Manage general lab maintenance, including inventory control, rigorous note-taking, and maintaining and developing laboratory protocols
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree (BS/BA) in a related scientific field, such as biology or chemistry preferred
2+ years of hands-on experience working with animals (either post-college or during undergraduate training)
2+ years of molecular biology experience (either post-college or during undergraduate training)
Exceptional organizational skills, with proficiency in Microsoft Excel and the ability to quickly learn new software applications
A strong willingness to learn and implement new scientific methodologies
Flexibility in scheduling to accommodate occasional weekend duties, such as checking on research animals
Preferred
Demonstrated experience in independently managing projects through to completion
Experience utilizing genomics tools
One to two years of experience in statistics or computer science
Benefits
People–work with talented, committed, and supportive teammates within an organization that values each member of its community.
A meaningful place to grow and learn–whether it’s your professional skills or scientific knowledge, we have the resources and environment to advance either so you can better support Gladstone’s mission to drive a new era of discovery in disease-oriented science and to mentor tomorrow’s leaders in an inspiring and excellent environment.
Healthy work/life balance–you are highly engaged and productive at work because you can have time to recharge and enjoy a vibrant life outside of work.
Compensation–competitive salary.
Excellent benefits–generous medical, dental, vision, retirement plan, paid vacation, commuter benefits, access to free shuttle transportation.
Company
Gladstone Institutes
Gladstone Institutes is an independent nonprofit life science research organization that uses visionary sciences and technologies.
201-500 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$0.25MKey Investors
Hearst Foundations
2022-01-19Grant· $0.25M
Leadership Team
Robert Williams
President & Robert W. & Linda L. Mahley Distinguished Professor - Medicine
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