Erle Lab - Junior Specialist

About the role

The Erle Lab is now recruiting for a Junior Specialist. The junior specialist will perform experiments designed to help understand fundamental mechanisms underlying asthma. Changes in airway epithelial cells and airway mucus are important contributors to asthma. In severe asthma, mucus plugs obstruct the airway and we are conducting studies to understand the causes of mucus plugging. The laboratory uses primary cultures of human airway epithelial cells and tests the roles of specific genes using CRISPR-based and other approaches.

Responsibilities

• Designing, conducting, and interpreting experiments under the supervision of the PI
• Helping to maintain lab supplies and equipment
• Working with other members of the PI's lab and collaborating labs to support related projects

Requirements

• Must have (or in process of obtaining) a baccalaureate degree (or equivalent degree) or at least four years of research experience
• One year of experience in a research laboratory involving two or more of the following methods: mammalian cell culture, flow cytometry, molecular biology (PCR, plasmid preparation), tissue staining/microscopy. Computational experience (e.g., experience with using Python or R)

Qualifications

• Must meet the required qualifications by time of hire

Skills

• Methods employed include human primary cell culture, lentiviral and other CRISPR systems, flow cytometry, immunofluorescence, videomicroscopy, and immunoblotting

Benefits

A reasonable estimate for this position is $55,000-$58,600. Document Requirements: Curriculum Vitae - CV must clearly list current and/or pending qualifications (e.g. board eligibility/certification, medical licensure, etc.). Cover Letter (Optional) Statement of Research (Optional) Statement of Teaching (Optional)

Pay

A reasonable estimate for this position is $55,000-$58,600.

Schedule

N/A