RESEARCH ASSISTANT II

Job Description

Job Description

Sanford Burnham Prebys is much more than a research facility and hub for innovation; it’s a vibrant global community of talented scientists and researchers from over 30 countries. This worldwide representation enriches our perspectives and enhances our creative approach to solving complex scientific challenges.

We strive to be leaders not only in biomedical research but also in creating an environment where excellence thrives through collaboration across cultures and backgrounds. Our mission is to advance the biomedical sciences by cultivating the next generation of scientific leaders, providing meaningful opportunities for researchers of all backgrounds to learn, innovate, and make breakthrough discoveries that improve human health.

Together, we translate science into health.

The duties and responsibilities contained in the job description are intended to be examples of the accountabilities for which the person in the position will demonstrate competency through performance. The job description is not intended to be an all-inclusive list. Duties and responsibilities are subject to change and other duties may be assigned as necessary.

Position Summary:

The Research Assistant will be working in the Deshpande Lab and will be involved in assisting ongoing projects in the lab on pediatric cancer models using a suite of techniques including molecular biology, biochemistry and flow cytometry. The Research Assistant will be working closely with a staff scientist, graduate students and other research assistants in the lab. The Research Assistant will work on 2-3 ongoing projects that make use of CRISPR, immunoblotting, flow cytometry and other molecular assays.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Determines methods and procedures on new assignments or day-to-day work Keeps written records of experiments and data organization
• Troubleshoots problems and develops solutions to technical problems of moderate to high scope using independent thinking, literature, and colleagues as resources to solve problems
• Provides interpretation and analysis of results Maintains various reagent collections, and inventories Orders lab supplies as needed

Minimum Qualifications:

• Education: equivalent education, training and/or experience from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities have been attained is required
• Experience: Prior experience in molecular cloning, immunoblotting and/or protein biochemistry is a must.

Other Knowledge, Skills and/or Abilities:

• Work independently as well as in a team environment Be responsible and have strong time management skills
• Able to analyze and resolve issues of moderate complexity Possess strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Demonstrate professional communication and interpersonal skills Professional proficiency in Microsoft Office
• Embody the Institute’s core values of Commitment, Collaboration, Communication, Community and Compassion

Supervisory Responsibilities:

Direct: No, this position does not have any formal supervisory responsibilities

Indirect:

Compensation: The expected hiring range for this position is $40,160 - $50,200/year commensurate with experience.

We welcome talented individuals of all backgrounds regardless of gender, sex, religion, race, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, perceived disability, pregnancy, pregnancy-related condition, reproductive health decisions, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, HIV/AIDS, marital status, covered veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations. We are proud to be an equal employment opportunity employer.

As part of this commitment, Sanford Burnham Prebys Medical Discovery Institute will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations for the hiring process. If a reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact our HR Partners at 858 646 3100 Ext 5127 or via e-mail at [email protected]