Research Assistant II - Laboratory of Dan Hollern
Company: Salk Institute for Biological Studies
Location: La Jolla
Posted on: May 3, 2024
Job Description:
DescriptionSUMMARY:
The Research Assistant II position is responsible for, with limited
instruction for routine work, performing various cell and molecular
biology and biochemistry techniques; library prep, mouse handling
and colony maintenance, minor mouse surgeries, mouse breeding and
weaning, genotyping, flow cytometry and cell sorting, ELISA,
single-cell RNA expression analysis in support of the Principal
Investigator (PI) and lab research goals. Range of duties include,
but is not limited to, data analysis and data base management,
maintenance of tissue, DNA, and other experimental samples,
assisting with general laboratory maintenance, including equipment
maintenance, and ordering of supplies, and training of new
personnel. Duties also include establishing and performing research
and analysis on projects that involve the study of human and murine
B cells. May provide task instruction, training, and guidance to
lower-level personnel. May work on independent projects in addition
to supporting postdoctoral researchers in the lab. Carries out and
analyzes experimental results with limited instruction.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Library prep for various omics platforms.
- Plasmid assembly and protein purification, and
cloning.
- Handling of tumor specimens in human and murine
models.
- Perform various techniques in molecular biology such as: RNA
extraction and analysis.
- Maintenance of data sets, lab supplies, and general lab
operations.
- Perform tumor studies in mice which include, but are not
limited to, xenograft of tumor cell lines and injection of
oncogenic lentivirus
- Manage and/or perform maintenance of mouse colony including
monitoring and measuring of tumors
- Assist with cell maintenance.
- Prepare standard media and solutions.
- Perform weekly inventory, supply stocking, and
cleaning.
- Assist in Hazardous, Biohazardous, and Radioisotope waste
disposal and maintain safety records
- Performs other related duties as assigned
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- This job has no supervisory responsibilities.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Minimum of 2 years of experience in a lab either as technician
or assistant.
- Bachelor's Degree (BA) from four-year college or university in
Biological Sciences or other scientific related subject
matter
- Computer skills required: Inventory Software; Microsoft Office;
Project Management Software
COMPETENCIES:
- Adaptability - Adapts to changes in the work environment;
Manages competing demands; Changes approach or method to best fit
the situation; Able to deal with frequent change, delays, or
unexpected events.
- Analytical - Synthesizes complex or diverse information;
Collects and researches data; Uses intuition and experience to
complement data; Designs work flows and procedures.
- Attendance/Punctuality - Is consistently at work and on time;
Ensures work responsibilities are covered when absent; Arrives at
meetings and appointments on time.
- Customer Service - Manages difficult or emotional customer
situations; Responds promptly to customer needs; Solicits customer
feedback to improve service; Responds to requests for service and
assistance; Meets commitments.
- Dependability - Follows instructions, responds to management
direction; Takes responsibility for own actions; Keeps commitments;
Commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals;
Completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an
alternate plan.
- Initiative - Volunteers readily; Undertakes self-development
activities; Seeks increased responsibilities; Takes independent
actions and calculated risks; Looks for and takes advantage of
opportunities; Asks for and offers help when needed.
- Interpersonal Skills - Focuses on solving conflict, not
blaming; Maintains confidentiality; Listens to others without
interrupting; Keeps emotions under control; Remains open to others'
ideas and tries new things.
- Judgement - Displays willingness to make decisions; Exhibits
sound and accurate judgment; Supports and explains reasoning for
decisions; Includes appropriate people in decision-making process;
Makes timely decisions.
- Motivation - Sets and achieves challenging goals; Demonstrates
persistence and overcomes obstacles; Measures self against standard
of excellence; Takes calculated risks to accomplish goals.
- Oral Communication - Speaks clearly and persuasively in
positive or negative situations; Listens and gets clarification;
Responds well to questions; Demonstrates group presentation skills;
Participates in meetings.
- Organizational Support - Follows policies and procedures;
Completes administrative tasks correctly and on time; Supports
organization's goals and values; Benefits organization through
outside activities; Supports affirmative action and respects
diversity.
- Planning/Organizing - Prioritizes and plans work activities;
Uses time efficiently; Plans for additional resources; Sets goals
and objectives; Organizes or schedules other people and their
tasks; Develops realistic action plans.
- Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely
manner; Gathers and analyzes information skillfully; Develops
alternative solutions; Works well in group problem solving
situations; Uses reason even when dealing with emotional
topics.
- Professionalism - Approaches others in a tactful manner; Reacts
well under pressure; Treats others with respect and consideration
regardless of their status or position; Accepts responsibility for
own actions; Follows through on commitments.
- Teamwork - Balances team and individual responsibilities;
Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; Gives and
welcomes feedback; Contributes to building a positive team spirit;
Puts success of team above own interests; Able to build morale and
group commitments to goals and objectives; Supports everyone's
efforts to succeed.
- Technical Skills - Assesses own strengths and weaknesses;
Pursues training and development opportunities; Strives to
continuously build knowledge and skills; Shares expertise with
others.
- Written Communication - Writes clearly and informatively; Edits
work for spelling and grammar; Varies writing style to meet needs;
Presents numerical data effectively; Able to read and interpret
written information.
- Quality - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Looks for
ways to improve and promote quality; Applies feedback to improve
performance; Monitors own work to ensure quality.
- Safety and Security - Observes safety and security procedures;
Determines appropriate action beyond guidelines; Reports
potentially unsafe conditions; Uses equipment and materials
properly.
- Ethics - Treats people with respect; Keeps commitments;
Inspires the trust of others; Works with integrity and ethically;
Upholds organizational values.
- Diversity - Demonstrates knowledge of EEO policy; Shows respect
and sensitivity for cultural differences; Educates others on the
value of diversity; Promotes a harassment-free environment; Builds
a diverse workforce.
The expected pay range for this position is $21.15-$25.00 per hour.
Salk Institute provides pay ranges representing its good faith
estimate of what the institute reasonably expects to pay for a
position. The pay offered to a selected candidate will be
determined based on factors such as (but not limited to) the scope
and responsibilities of the position, the qualifications of the
selected candidate, department budget availability, internal
equity, geographic location, and external market pay for comparable
jobs.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT:
- Frequently required to stand
- Frequently required to walk
- Frequently required to sit
- Frequently required to utilize hand and finger
dexterity
- Frequently required to climb, balance, bend, stoop, kneel or
crawl
- Frequently required to talk or hear
- Frequently required to taste or smell
- Frequently exposure to wet and/or humid conditions
(non-weather)
- Frequently work near moving mechanical parts
- Frequently work in high, precarious places
- Frequently work around fumes, airborne particles, or toxic
chemicals
- Frequently exposure to outside weather conditions
- Frequently exposure to extreme heat or cold
(non-weather)
- Frequently exposure to bloodborne and airborne pathogens or
infectious materials
- While performing the duties of this job, the noise level in the
work environment is usually moderate
- The employee must occasionally lift and/or move more than 15
pounds
- Specific vision abilities required by this job include Close
vision; Distance vision; Color vision; Peripheral vision; Depth
perception and ability to adjust focus
The above is intended to describe the general content of and
requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be
construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or
physical requirements. Nothing in this job description restricts
management's right to assign or reassign duties and
responsibilities to this job at any time. Reasonable accommodations
may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the
essential functions.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
The Salk Institute for Biological Studies is an Equal Opportunity
Employer and is committed to providing equal access to
opportunities for students, employees, applicants for employment
and other visitors. Salk has also adopted and maintains a policy to
encourage professional and respectful workplace behavior and
prevent discriminatory and harassing conduct in our workplace.
Accordingly, the Institute prohibits harassment and discrimination
in employment on the basis of, and considers all qualified
applicants for employment without regard to, actual or perceived
race, color, religion, religious creed (including religious dress
and grooming practices), national origin, ancestry, citizenship,
physical or mental disability, medical condition (including cancer
and genetic characteristics), genetic information, marital status,
age, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or
related medical conditions), gender, gender identity, gender
expression, sexual orientation, veteran and/or military status
(disabled veteran, veteran of the Vietnam era, other covered
veteran status), political affiliation, and any other status
protected by state or federal law.
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