Research Assistant I
Core
Support aging research by managing mouse colonies and executing in vivo/in vitro experiments to characterize aging dynamics and test age-reversal interventions.
Role type
Laboratory Technician (aging research)
Builds
Mouse models for aging and age-associated disorders
Domain
Biomedical research / Aging biology
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
Mouse handling, colony management, oral gavage, injections, blood/tissue collection, immunohistochemistry, microscopy, tissue sectioning, RNA/DNA extraction, PCR, Western blotting
Preferred skills
Rodent handling experience, BS/BA in molecular/cell biology or biochemistry
Technologies
None explicitly listed
Responsibilities
Maintain mouse colonies (breeding, weaning, health monitoring), perform experimental procedures on mice, process and stain tissues, execute standard molecular biology assays, document experimental data, communicate results to researchers
Seniority
Entry-level (1 year experience required)