About this role
Under general supervision, responsible for performing technical or narrative research by designing, modifying and collaborating with primary investigator regarding protocol and methodology of research topics.
- Knowledge of molecular biology techniques, with an emphasis on protein expression and purification from a variety of recombinant sources is required. Experience with membrane protein expression and purification is preferred.
- Experience with sample preparation for structural biology techniques, including cryo-electron microscopy (single-particle analysis and/or tomography) and X-ray crystallography, is preferred but not required.
- Experience with laser operation, alignment, and safety is preferred but not required.
- Comfortable with the changes associated with evolving research requirements and the need to learn and troubleshoot new approaches to solve key problems.
- Demonstrated ability to organize and coordinate work within schedule constraints and handle emergent requirements in a timely manner.
- Demonstrated ability to monitor important and complex projects concurrently.
- Knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Lotus Notes/other email software.
- Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate verbally and in writing, to include writing and preparing memorandums, letters, and other official correspondence.
Education:
- Bachelor's Degree in a specialized field of study is required.
Experience:
- Four (4) years of experience is required.