Research Assistant II - Martins Lab

Job Description

The Martins lab is looking for a self-driven Research Assistant II with strong work ethics and high attention to detail to work on NIH-funded projects aimed at developing immune interventions against HIV/AIDS using nonhuman primate animal models. Candidates with a background in molecular biology and immunology will be given preference.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Protein expression and purification
• ELISA
• cell culture
• data analysis and interpretation
• Compiles experimental data into reports, providing interpretation and analysis of results
• Organizes and prepares experimental data for publications and scientific communications
• Assists with scientific writing
• Designs and procures specific scientific components, such as custom plasmids, viral vectors, and recombinant proteins
• Provides guidance and training to department/laboratory personnel
• Assists with the management and procurement of laboratory equipment and supplies
• Contributes to the tracking of equipment statuses and helps schedule and coordinate equipment maintenance with servicing companies

Qualifications

• A bachelor's degree in an appropriate area of specialization and three years of experience; a master's degree and two or more years of experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Benefits

Commensurate with experience.