Research Engineering/Scientist Associate IV
Core
Research support for ion channel studies involving molecular biology, biochemistry, and microscopy in the Department of Neuroscience.
Role type
Research Engineering/Scientist Associate IV
Builds
Research data and experimental outputs for ion channel projects
Domain
Neuroscience / Molecular Biology
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
molecular biology, protein purification, cDNA construct design, viral expression vector generation, immunohistochemistry, electron microscopy, confocal microscopy, antibody production, transcriptomic analysis, lab management, grant writing, manuscript writing
Preferred skills
rodent handling, adenoassociated virus design, bioinformatic analyses, first author publication
Technologies
cDNA constructs, viral expression vectors, bacteria, mammalian cells, IACUC protocols, biosafety protocols
Responsibilities
Design and generate cDNA constructs and viral expression vectors; express and purify proteins from bacteria and mammalian cells; produce and test antibodies against ion channels; perform immunohistochemistry and microscopy experiments; manage animal colonies and biosafety protocols; train lab staff in cell culture and biochemistry; collaborate on grants and manuscripts
Seniority
Mid-level research associate