Cellular Biology Post-Bachelor's Student

Responsibilities

The successful candidate will work with a team of scientists, technologists, and students on multiple projects related to mammalian cell culture models. The student will be expected to contribute to different projects as need arises. The ideal student must be meticulous in their work, self-starting, independent, and able to communicate in a professional manner.

The term of the appointment is 2 years with opportunities to extend the appointment by transitioning to other types of LANL positions or continuing education. The student will also act as a member of the Biochemistry and Biotechnology Group (B-TEK) and as a member of the cell culture and mass spectrometry teams. Responsibilities include conducting research and reporting results back to the team at weekly meetings. Furthermore, opportunities will arise to assist in crafting peer-reviewed publications and grant proposals. The student will be encouraged to attend seminars and other LANL functions to expand their knowledge base and broaden interests.

Requirements

• General background in biological sciences or related field
• Familiarity with good laboratory practices and experiment design
• Ability to comfortably work independently and as part of a team
• Demonstrated competency with computers and software applications for word processing, data processing, and data visualization
• Ability to maintain and record work performed, data obtained, as well as write and follow detailed protocols
• Ability to understand and present research results clearly and succinctly in both written and oral formats
• Ability to work a minimum of 40 hours per week on a consistent schedule
• Manage time and see tasks to completion

Qualifications

• A bachelor's degree from an accredited program in biological sciences or a related field obtained at the time of hire or within the past 3 years but have not yet been accepted and enrolled in further graduate programs
• Demonstrate expertise in mammalian or bacterial cell culture
• Broad fundamental knowledge of biology, toxicology, or immuno/microbiology
• Experience with typical cell culture related equipment including microscope, plate reader, autoclave, biosafety cabinet, etc.
• Experience with cell culture related assays such as LDH, MTT, etc.
• Desire to report work in peer-reviewed publications

Benefits

Although New Mexico and other states have legalized the use of marijuana, use and possession of marijuana remain illegal under federal law. A positive drug test for marijuana will result in termination of employment, even if the use was pre-offer.

Pay

No specific pay details are provided in the job posting.

Schedule

No specific schedule details are provided in the job posting.

Training/Certifications

• None

Education/Experience

• A bachelor's degree from an accredited program in biological sciences or a related field obtained at the time of hire or within the past 3 years but have not yet been accepted and enrolled in further graduate programs

Desired Qualifications

• Demonstrate expertise in mammalian or bacterial cell culture
• Broad fundamental knowledge of biology, toxicology, or immuno/microbiology
• Experience with typical cell culture related equipment including microscope, plate reader, autoclave, biosafety cabinet, etc.
• Experience with cell culture related assays such as LDH, MTT, etc.
• Desire to report work in peer-reviewed publications

Work Location

The work location for this position is onsite and located in Los Alamos, NM.

Additional Details

Directive 206.2 - Employment with Triad requires a favorable decision by NNSA indicating employee is suitable under NNSA Supplemental Directive 206.2. Please note that this requirement applies only to citizens of the United States. Foreign nationals are subject to a similar requirement under DOE Order 142.3A.

Equal Opportunity

Los Alamos National Laboratory is an equal opportunity employer. All employment practices are based on qualification and merit, without regard to protected categories such as race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status or spousal affiliation, physical or mental disability, medical conditions, pregnancy, status as a protected veteran, genetic information, or citizenship within the limits imposed by federal, state, and local laws and regulations.