Scientific Assistant Senior
Core
Execute laboratory research and manage lab resources for genomics, cell biology, diagnostics, and vaccine development focused on Anaplasma spp. in the Veterinary Microbiology and Pathology lab.
Role type
Senior Scientific Assistant (Research & Lab Management)
Builds
Production research data, genomic sequences, diagnostic assays, and vaccine candidates for veterinary pathogens.
Domain
Veterinary Microbiology, Genomics, Cell Biology, Vaccine Development
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
DNA isolation, cloning, Sanger sequencing, high-throughput genomic sequencing, quantitative PCR, RNAseq, animal handling, gene gun immunization, protein analysis (expression, purification, Westerns, ELISAs, IPs, Mass Spectrometry), yeast library construction, lab maintenance, inventory management
Preferred skills
Eukaryotic cell culture, bioinformatics (SNAPgene, CLC Genomics workbench), standardized lab testing procedures, genetic immunization analysis, cattle experience
Technologies
Sanger sequencer, high-throughput sequencer, PCR thermocycler, RNAseq platform, Gene gun, Mass Spectrometer, SNAPgene, CLC Genomics workbench
Responsibilities
Isolate DNA, clone and sequence genetic material, perform quantitative PCR and RNAseq, assist with animal work and gene gun immunization, conduct protein analysis and yeast library construction, maintain lab equipment and order supplies
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC