Salk Institute Office of Technology Development · 10 hours ago
Research Assistant II - Laboratory of Dr. Wolfgang Busch
San Diego, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
$21.15/hr - $25/hr
2+ years expSalk Institute is an internationally renowned research institution that values all members of our scientific community. They are seeking a Research Assistant II to support laboratory and greenhouse operations, ensuring efficiency and organization while also assisting in research activities related to plant biology.
Research
Responsibilities
Provide operational support for laboratory, growth space, and greenhouse activities, ensuring spaces and equipment are organized, functional, and efficiently used
Support the transition and consolidation of greenhouse and external laboratory operations to the Salk Institute main campus
Organize, maintain, and oversee storage areas, common laboratory spaces, growth spaces, and greenhouse facilities
Organize, track, and maintain shared laboratory and greenhouse equipment, including basic oversight of proper use, cleanliness, accessibility, and scheduling where applicable
Establish, document, and help implement guidelines for shared space and equipment use in coordination with scientists and the Principal Investigator
Work with laboratory members to improve efficiency, standardization, and accountability in the use of shared resources
Perform duties to support experiments on a variety of plant species, including planting, growth, maintenance, and harvest
Grow plants from seed and provide routine plant care, including watering, fertilization, weeding, and harvesting
Assist in harvesting and preparing plant tissue for downstream analyses
Support seed stock organization, tracking, and storage
Participate in experiments, including maintaining experimental processes, data collection, data input, data analysis, and adherence to protocols
Assist with ordering supplies, inventory management, and general laboratory organization
Accurately follow written and verbal instructions and protocols
Make and document detailed observations and exercise sound judgement in task execution
Communicate effectively with staff at all levels and across teams
Work independently while coordinating closely with others in a shared research environment
Perform other related duties as assigned by management
Qualification
Required
Minimum 2 years' experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience required
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: Microsoft Office
Preferred
Fundamental skills in molecular biology and plant and or/fungal biology
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
Retirement
Paid time off
Tuition reimbursement
Patient advocacy services
Transit/parking program
Company
Salk Institute Office of Technology Development
Aligning with Salk’s vision to be Where Cures Begin, The Salk Institute for Biological Studies Office of Technology Development (OTD) helps translate technologies and assets into marketplace solutions that maximize positive impact on humanity.
Founded in 1960La Jolla, CA, US
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Richard S.
Director, Innovation Partnerships
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