Research Assistant | Laboratory of Chemical Immunology and Proteomics

About the Role

The Research Assistant will support ongoing research projects investigating the molecular mechanisms regulating immune cell function, with a focus on T helper cell biology and neuroinflammation. The position will involve conducting experiments using primary immune cells, molecular and cellular biology techniques, and supporting studies using mouse models of neuroinflammation.

Responsibilities

• Conduct experiments investigating T helper cell activation, differentiation, and function.
• Perform molecular and cellular assays, including flow cytometry, immunoblotting, and other biochemical techniques, to characterize immune cell responses.
• Assist a postdoctoral researcher with animal studies investigating neuroinflammation.
• Analyze experimental data, maintain accurate laboratory records, and participate in laboratory meetings and discussions of research findings.
• Prepare reagents, maintain laboratory supplies and equipment, and support routine laboratory operations.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in biology, biochemistry, immunology, molecular biology, or a related scientific discipline.
• A minimum of 2 years of extensive laboratory research experience through undergraduate coursework, internships, or independent research projects.
• Familiarity with basic molecular and cellular biology techniques.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to maintain accurate experimental records.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a research environment.
• Willingness to work with laboratory mice and complete required institutional training.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with some of the following cell and molecular biology techniques:
  • Flow cytometry
  • PCR/RT-PCR
  • SDS-PAGE
  • Western blot
  • Cloning
  • Viral transduction
  • CRISPR-Cas9 gene editing
  • Protein expression
  • Biochemical assay development
• Experience working with murine models is a plus.

Pay

Compensation Range: Min USD $50,000.00/Yr. to Max USD $55,000.00/Yr.