Research Specialist I/II

Research Specialist I/II

US-NJ-Princeton

Job ID: 2022-15184
Type: Full-Time
# of Openings: 1
Category: Research and Laboratory

Princeton University

Overview

The Adamson lab in the Molecular Biology Department and the Lewis-Sigler Institute for Integrative Genomics seeks applicants for a Research Specialist I or II. The anticipated start-date is 09/01/2022 or later. The Adamson lab is principally a genomics lab focused on studying mechanisms of genome stability maintenance. For our work, we use and develop cutting-edge experimental technologies, including genome editing tools and approaches for performing genetic screens and single-cell RNA-sequencing. A major topic of interest in the lab is genome editing. We seek to understand how modern genome editing tools interact with ‘host’ cell mechanisms.

Please visit our website to learn more about our research.

Currently, we are seeking highly motivated applicants for two roles: the Research Specialist I/II (this position) and a Postdoctoral Research Associate. Successful candidates for both roles will have the opportunity to work on an exciting project focused on studying DNA mismatch repair in the context of recently developed genome editing tools. Although primarily focused on research, the Research Specialist I/II will also have some lab management responsibilities.

This will be a two-year full-time term position, with the possibility of renewal contingent upon continued funding availability and satisfactory job performance.

Responsibilities

• Participation in research projects, including execution of well-controlled experiments and gathering of publication quality data.
• Conducts experiments following standard and/or custom protocols; identifies and documents variations that may affect the validity of the experiment.
• Lab management, including purchasing, inventory, communication with vendors, maintenance of laboratory equipment(s) and reagent stocks. Coordination of shipments to and from collaborating labs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field or above. Rank/level will be commensurate with the qualifications of the selected candidate.
• High level of initiative, attention to detail, excellent time-management.
• Ability to communicate effectively, work well in a team, and enthusiasm to learn new methods.
• Proficient in molecular and cell biology techniques, flow cytometry, and sample preparation for next-generation sequencing.
• Previous experience with CRISPR-Cas technologies or next-generation sequencing-based data analysis is a plus.

More information on the Adamson lab (research and publications) is available at https://www.badamsonlab.com

Applications must be submitted online and should include a curriculum vitae and the names and contact information for three references.

These positions are subject to the University's background check policy.

Princeton University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. EEO IS THE LAW

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