Research Assistant I, II, or III - Biology, Ecology, and Evolution of Aging and Maternal Effects

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Job description

To help maintain the safety of our employees and community, the MBL will require all new hires to be vaccinated against COVID-19, unless they qualify for an accommodation.

Description:

The Marine Biological Laboratory seeks a highly motivated individual to join the laboratory of Dr. Kristin Gribble in the position of Research Assistant I, II, or III. The successful applicant will contribute to NIH and NSF funded research projects on the biology of aging, maternal effects, life history, evolution, and ecology using rotifers as a model system. Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, culturing phytoplankton and zooplankton; DNA, RNA, and protein extractions; PCR; qPCR; RNAi; light and confocal microscopy; experiment design; data analysis; participation in writing research results for publication; training new lab members and interns; and laboratory maintenance and organization. Research Assistants will have opportunities to design and lead experiments, co-author publications, and train and supervise new interns. Individuals with more prior experience and who are hired at the RA II or RA III level may be considered for a Laboratory Manager position.

Basic Qualifications:

Applicants should have a B.A., B.S., or M.S. in Biology, Cell/Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, or a related field. This position requires an independent, organized, and self-motivated individual with robust problem-solving skills. Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal skills; attention to detail; and a strong work ethic are essential.Position level and salary will depend upon education and experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

Previous laboratory experience beyond the classroom is preferred. Prior experience with plankton culture, molecular biology techniques, and/or biochemistry is beneficial. An understanding of basic molecular biology concepts is important.

Instructions: Please provide the following required documents:

1. Cover letter describing your research experience and interest in the position;


2. Curriculum vitae;


3. Contact information for three references

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)