Senior Research Assistant
Core
Support RNA Core Facility operations including sample preparation, library construction, sequencing instrumentation, and data analysis for RNA biology research.
Role type
Senior Research Assistant (Laboratory Operations) (via careerplan.io/jobs/REQ211442-1-senior-research-assistant-at-brown)
Builds
Genomic workflows, sequencing data, and research protocols for Brown University and regional researchers
Domain
Academic Research / Molecular Biology / RNA Biology
Required skills
PCR, electrophoresis, western blotting, mammalian cell culture maintenance, DNA/RNA/protein extraction, library construction, instrumentation operation, data recording and interpretation, protocol writing
Preferred skills
RNA/DNA extraction and purification, nanopore sequencing, biochemistry, molecular RNA biology
Responsibilities
Maintain cell lines, perform transfections and extractions, run sequencing instrumentation, prepare samples and libraries, order lab reagents, collect and interpret experimental data, write protocols and operating procedures
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on IC