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    Part-time Research Technician - Williamson Lab

    San Diego, United StatesOn-SitePart-time6+ yrs experience$18.67 – $24 / hourPosted 1mo ago
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    ABOUT US:

    Scripps Research is a nonprofit biomedical institute ranked as one of the most influential in the world for its impact on innovation. We celebrated our 100-year legacy in 2024. This significant milestone marks a century of seminal discoveries in immunology, infectious diseases (such as COVID-19, flu, HIV), neuroscience, heart disease, cancer, and more. Located in La Jolla, California, the institute houses six research departments, multiple Nobel laureates, a top-ranked graduate school and a leading postdoctoral training program. Scripps Research encompasses two elite and highly innovative institutes, the Calibr-Skaggs Institute for Innovative Medicines and Scripps Research Translational Institute, which merge foundational studies in biology, chemistry and computer science with translational science to produce pioneering drugs and advances in digital and precision medicine. Together, we cultivate new scientific leaders and expand the frontiers of knowledge to deliver medical breakthroughs impacting human health around the globe. If you have a passion for making a difference, this could be your opportunity to join our transformative team.

    POSITION TITLE: Research Technician

    POSITION SUMMARY:
    Perform a variety of routine scientific tasks; may prepare test specimens; set up and operate standard lab equipment of moderate complexity.

    RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

    • Record data providing basic analyses and interpretations
    • Perform a limited number of non-repetitive procedures
    • Growth and maintenance of human cell cultures, cell harvest and lysis, and total RNA extraction
    • Fractionation of total RNAs into rRNA and tRNA fractions, digestion of RNA samples with nucleases, and collection of mass spectrometry data

    REQUIREMENTS:

    • Requires a bachelor's degree in a relevant scientific discipline and up to one (1) year of related experience.  
    • Three (3) to six (6) years of related laboratory experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
    • Good computer skills and good record-keeping are essential, with strong quantitative skills preferred

    COMPENSATION:

    The expected hiring range for this position is $18.67 to $24 per hour, commensurate with experience. Consideration will be given to experience that exceeds the listed requirements.

    The above statements describe the level of work performed and expected in general terms.  The statements are not intended to list all the responsibilities, duties and/or skills required of employees so classified, and the content herein is subject to change due to the business needs of Scripps Research, with or without notice.   Furthermore, nothing in this job description shall be interpreted to be in conflict with or to eliminate or modify in any way the employment-at-will status of Scripps Research staff. 

    EEO Statement:
    The Scripps Research Institute is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We promote diversity of thought, culture and background in the fields of science. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic or status.

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    Scripps Research

    The Scripps Research Institute (TSRI), one of the world's largest, private, non-profit research organizations, stands at the forefront of basic biomedical science, a vital segment of medical research that seeks to comprehend the most fundamental processes of life. Over the last decades, the institute has established a lengthy track record of major contributions to the betterment of health and the human condition.

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