Biological Scientist I-Khanna Lab

Job Description

RNA scope and Protein Chemistry

• Plan, design, and conduct advanced research projects primarily involving RNA-scope of neurons and wide field microscopy.
• Perform recombinant DNA techniques including isolation and purification of plasmid DNA, restriction enzymatic analysis of DNA, PCR, qPCR, bacterial transformations, agarose gel electrophoresis, and transformation.
• Perform Protein Biochemistry including SDS-PAGE, Western Blotting and ELISA.

Cell Culture and Cellular Biology

Investigate mechanisms of action of channel interfering compounds in rodent nociceptors; perform mammalian cell transfections; mammalian cell culture techniques; confocal and wide-field microscopy.

Research Project Coordination

• Serve as a liaison between PI/Director, lab staff, and collaborators within as well as external to UF.
• Coordinate special studies or projects as directed.
• Responsible for coordinating activities of all ongoing research projects.
• Responsible for the complete understanding and compliance with all required laboratory regulations such as ACS, EH&S, IACUC, UF, State and Federal guidelines.
• Maintain accurate records and legal documentation required by institutional policies such as biological, and chemical safety policies.
• Manage ordering process to ensure efficient and cost-effective use of grant funding.
• Maintain lab supply inventory to ensure supplies are available for scheduled research projects.
• Researches and evaluates new products, compares and negotiates vendor prices.

Scientific Writing and Dissemination

• Analyze data and assemble results for scientific publications, grants, and conference presentations.
• Aid in the preparation of data for scientific manuscripts, abstracts, grants, and other documents.
• Manage accurate and complete laboratory research records and prepare daily written reports of experimental results.
• Aids in the development of new research and laboratory protocols.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in biology or a closely related life science field.
• Preferred: Extensive experience with RNA scope, protein chemistry, and sterile cell culture of mammalian cells.

Benefits

Not specified.

Pay

$22.03 - $23.00 an hour

Schedule

Monday – Friday 8 AM – 5 PM; Work after hours, on weekends, and holidays will be required as determined by experimental protocols.

Special Instructions to Applicants

• In order to be considered, you must upload your cover letter, resume and three references.
• The Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.

Health Assessment Required

Yes

Advertised

07 Jul 2026 Eastern Daylight Time

Applications close

21 Jul 2026 Eastern Daylight Time