Research Assistant (OR/EID/ML4)(32898)
Core
Operational and technical anchor for a virology research lab studying coronavirus–host interactions using organoids, CRISPR/Cas9, and single-cell omics.
Role type
Senior Research Assistant (Lab Operations & Technical Support)
Builds
Research outputs on emerging infectious diseases and pandemic potential
Domain
Life Sciences / Virology / Immunology
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
Lab operations management, inventory control, procurement logistics, BSL-2 safety compliance, molecular cloning, protein analysis, histology, reagent preparation, junior researcher mentorship, virus stock production, virus quantification
Preferred skills
Virology experience, BSL-3 facility experience, organoid culture experience
Technologies
Organoids, CRISPR/Cas9, single-cell omics
Responsibilities
Oversee day-to-day laboratory operations and optimize processes; manage samples, stocks, and inventory traceability; manage lab purchasing pipeline; champion safety culture and manage chemical/biological safety protocols; prepare reagents and buffers; provide hands-on assistance for experiments including molecular cloning, protein analysis, and histology; supervise and train junior researchers; manage virus stock production and quantification pipelines.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with management responsibilities