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Research Associate II, Gene Editing
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A Research Associate typically has more experience than a Research Assistant. Responsibilities can include the planning and design of research projects, conducting experiments, analyzing data, contributing to research publications or grant proposals, and collaborating with other researchers. Works in a variety of fields within science or the social sciences, in programs based at a university or research institution, or works on government or industry sponsored research projects. Conducts field or library research or recruits participants for a study; may also assist with legal research. These roles are often held by people with advanced degrees in their field of study with several years of experience in research or academia.
$74,143 / year median in Maryland
Job Description
Research Associate II, Gene Editing
Accountability, Compassion, Collaboration, Dedication, Integrity and Versatility; it's the FNL way.
PROGRAM DESCRIPTIONThe Laboratory & Animal Sciences Program (LASP) provides exceptional quality animal care and technical support services for laboratory and animal research performed at the National Cancer Institute at the Frederick National Laboratory for Cancer Research. LASP executes this mission by providing a broad spectrum of husbandry, veterinary, state-of-the-art technology, and pre-clinical scientific services.
KEY ROLES/RESPONSIBILITIESTheResearch Associate II is responsible for:
Research Associate II, Gene EditingJob ID:
req4639Employee Type:
exempt full-timeDivision:
Laboratory Animal Science ProgramFacility:
Frederick:
Ft DetrickLocation:
PO Box B, Frederick, MD 21702 USAThe Frederick National Laboratory is operated by Leidos Biomedical Research, Inc. The lab addresses some of the most urgent and intractable problems in the biomedical sciences in cancer and AIDS, drug development and first-in-human clinical trials, applications of nanotechnology in medicine, and rapid response to emerging threats of infectious diseases.Accountability, Compassion, Collaboration, Dedication, Integrity and Versatility; it's the FNL way.
PROGRAM DESCRIPTIONThe Laboratory & Animal Sciences Program (LASP) provides exceptional quality animal care and technical support services for laboratory and animal research performed at the National Cancer Institute at the Frederick National Laboratory for Cancer Research. LASP executes this mission by providing a broad spectrum of husbandry, veterinary, state-of-the-art technology, and pre-clinical scientific services.
KEY ROLES/RESPONSIBILITIESTheResearch Associate II is responsible for:
- Designing and building reagents for gene editing experiments
- Testing gene editing reagents in cultured cells
- Isolating nucleic acids from edited culture cells and performing downstream molecular biology assays (e.g. quantitative polymerase chain reaction (PCR)
- Preparing DNA input for high throughput Illumina sequencing
- Analysis and interpretation of results from gene editing experiments
- Laboratory ordering and inventory management
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
To be considered for this position, you must minimally meet the knowledge, skills, and abilities listed below:- Possession of a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college/university in a field related to biomedical research or four (4) years equivalent experience in the appropriate field in lieu of degree. Foreign degrees must be evaluated for U.S. equivalency.
- In addition to education requirement, a minimum of five (5) years job-related microbiological and molecular biology experience
- Experience in maintaining and manipulating cultured cells using sterile techniques
- Experience in designing and performing PCR experiments
- Meticulous note-taking habits to maintain accurate and precise records
- Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Candidates with these desired skills will be given preferential consideration:- Gene editing (Zinc finger nucleases, TALENs, or CRISPR technologies)
- Illumina sequencing
- preparing DNA sequencing libraries
- Plasmid DNA cloning
- in vitro transcription of RNA
- Mammalian tissue culture experience
- Basic programming
- running python code and scripts
- Excellent written and oral communications skills
- primary author publications and/or oral presentations
- Strong organizational skills
JOB HAZARDS
- This position is subject to working with or has the potential for exposure to infectious material, requiring medical clearance and immunizations Commitment to Non-Discrimination All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, color, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law.
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