Research Assistant

The Korstanje Lab is seeking a Research Assistant in Bar Harbor, Maine.

The focus of the Korstanje lab is to study the genetics underlying kidney
disease and aging. For our ongoing studies, we are looking for an RA1 or RA2 level technician.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain mouse colonies; set up specific breeding strategies.
• Colony management using CLIMB.
• Drug treatment of mice using gavage, IP injection, tail vein injection
• Kidney phenotyping
• Tissue collections
• DNA isolation and genotyping
• Document experiments in LabGuru.
• Perform established ELISAs and other routine lab tasks

Skills and Abilities

• Mouse handling and husbandry skills preferred.
• Follow detailed written directions.
• Fundamental computer skills, including familiarity with Excel and Word.
• Ability to clearly and concisely communicate information verbally and
  in written form.
• Ability to demonstrate effective mental concentration, visual attention
  and dexterity.
• Ability to interact with all individuals in a productive, professional and
  positive manner to enhance the outcome of the goals of the research
  program.
• Established understanding of good safety practices and a
  demonstrated history of safe conduct.
• Proven ability to organize time effectively and work under time
  constraints, meet deadlines and prioritize work.
• Ability to work flexible shifts (evening/weekend/holiday).
• Regular, reliable and consistent attendance.

Although we try to keep this at a minimum, the RA1 is required to work
flexible shifts that may include evenings, weekends and/or holidays
depending on the demands of the research and/or laboratory operations.
The RA1 works under direct supervision of the Lab Manager.

Education

High School Diploma or GED required, Bachelor's Degree preferred.

Pay Range: $18.22 - $28.93

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.