Research Assistant I

Job Summary:  There is an expected full-time opportunity for a molecular biologist to join the Technology Evaluation and Development Laboratory (TED) under the direction of Dr. Jarod Rollins, as a Research Assistant I-II.  You will have a major impact on meeting the objectives of the laboratory in supporting  JAX faculty and external research collaborators developing and validating new genome-edited mouse models in both basic and preclinical research areas and the application of new targeting approaches to cultured tumor lines and mouse embryonic stem cells.  You will be detail oriented, possess excellent computer skills and are familiar with relevant institutional databases. You will possess demonstrated abilities in various molecular biology techniques for genomic and gene expression profiling.  You will be working under the direction of a direct supervisor as part of a larger team, but will be responsible for conducting experiments, data collection and analysis, and effectively presenting and communicating this information to internal and external stakeholders.  You will be working a regular schedule on the Bar Harbor campus, but research demands, or laboratory operations may include occasional weekend or evening tasks.

Key Responsibilities and Essential Functions

• Collecting and processing of mouse tissues for gene/protein expression profiling and histology
• Molecular biology techniques including PCR, and plasmid and BAC preparation and manipulation
• Accurate data documentation in laboratory notebooks or computational databases as appropriate, monitors data for accuracy and an effective oral communicator
• Inventory management of key laboratory biological, molecular and chemical reagents
• Mammalian cell culture (maintenance, transformation, etc.) would be an advantage
• Other duties as assigned including animal colony planning and husbandry.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Excellent organizational and communication skills
• Ability to work both independently and in a team environment  
• Expertise in the preparation and analysis of Proteins, RNA and DNA
• Regular and Long-Range PCR using genomic and cDNA templates
• Ability to organize time effectively, meet deadlines and prioritize work
• Ability to work independently and as part of a research team to coordinate activities and meet project goals
• Expertise in genome editing of mouse embryonic stem cells (preferred)

Education Preferred:  A bachelor’s or master’s degree in a biological field

Experience Preferred: 1-2 years laboratory experience

Pay Range: $18.59 - $29.51 per hour, based upon experience.

About JAX:

The Jackson Laboratory is an independent, nonprofit biomedical research institution with a National Cancer Institute-designated Cancer Center and nearly 3,000 employees in locations across the United States (Maine, Connecticut, California), Japan and China. Its mission is to discover precise genomic solutions for disease and empower the global biomedical community in the shared quest to improve human health.

Founded in 1929, JAX applies over nine decades of expertise in genetics to increase understanding of human disease, advancing treatments and cures for cancer, neurological and immune disorders, diabetes, aging and heart disease. It models and interprets genomic complexity, integrates basic research with clinical application, educates current and future scientists, and provides critical data, tools and services to the global biomedical community. For more information, please visit www.jax.org​​​​​​​.

EEO Statement:

The Jackson Laboratory provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment in all job classifications without regard to race, color, religion, age, mental disability, physical disability, medical condition, gender, sexual orientation, genetic information, ancestry, marital status, national origin, veteran status, and other classifications protected by applicable state and local non-discrimination laws.