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  JOB DUTIES
  

Under supervision of the Principal Investigator and the Postdoctoral Fellow, the Staff Research Associate 1 (SRA 1) will provide basic technical support in research laboratory understanding the molecular and genetic basis of neurological diseases. This includes bench work involving molecular and cellular biology techniques. The vast majority of work will be performing tissue culture (cell culture maintenance, generating stable cells lines, primary neuronal cultures, stem cells including iPSCs); transfection in cellular studies; molecular cloning; RNA, DNA and protein extraction and analysis (PCR, RT-PCR, western blot); tissue collection from mice; immunocytochemistry and immunohistochemistry. Furthermore, the SRA I will be involved in transformation and generating DNA plasmids; performing PCR and gel electrophoresis; preparing buffers, solutions, and chemicals for lab experiments; basic data analysis and interpretation; maintaining database of experimental results; assisting with figures for grant applications and publications; providing technical assistance in the lab, including assisting other members of the lab; and assisting with training of lab assistants and students. Salary range: $24.88-$29.67 Hourly

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  JOB QUALIFICATIONS
  

Required: General working knowledge of molecular biology, molecular genetics, cell biology, human genetics, and/or neuroscience theories and principles. Knowledge of standard laboratory equipment and supplies. Ability to keep accurate and organized lab records. Knowledge of chemistry to prepare solutions for lab experiments. Knowledge of laboratory safety procedures for handling chemical, biohazard, and medical waste. Knowledge of basic molecular biology/cell biology/genetic techniques. Working knowledge and ability in the use of computers (PC and MAC operating systems). Excellent attention to detail, for accurate data entry and analysis. Willingness to work occasional overtime in order to meet deadlines related to grant applications and publications. Preferred: B.S. degree or equivalent in Molecular Biology, Microbiology, Cell Biology, Biochemistry or related field.