Part-Time Research Associate I (Tan Lab) en undefined

Position Summary:

We are seeking a highly motivated Research Associate I to join our team in support of ongoing research projects. The successful candidate will perform immunological (e.g., ELISA, Western blot) and virological (e.g., neutralization, infection) assays, as well as molecular biology techniques including cloning. This role offers an excellent opportunity to develop expertise in experimental design, data analysis, and scientific communication while contributing to impactful research. This is a part-time position.

Responsibilities:

• Perform immunological and virological assays, including ELISA, Western blot, and viral neutralization.
• Conduct molecular biology techniques such as cloning and plasmid preparation.
• Assist with the daily upkeep of the laboratory, including reagent preparation, equipment maintenance, and inventory.
• Collect, organize, and analyze experimental data; prepare figures and present results at team meetings.
• Review and summarize relevant scientific literature to support ongoing research efforts.
• Contribute to the drafting of methods and materials for manuscripts, reports, and presentations.
• Learn and apply principles of experimental design; take ownership of project components under supervision.
• Work both independently and collaboratively within a dynamic research team; adapt to shifting project priorities.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in immunology, virology, molecular biology, biochemistry, chemistry, or a related field, required; or an Associates of Arts degree with up to one year of related work experience required.  .
• Previous laboratory experience in immunological, virological, or molecular biology techniques preferred.
• Basic knowledge of immunology, virology, biochemistry, and chemistry required.
• Familiarity with laboratory best practices, data management, and record-keeping.

Skills & Competencies:

• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to think critically and troubleshoot experiments.
• Effective written and oral communication skills.
• Team-oriented, dependable, and willing to learn new techniques quickly.
• Self-motivated with the ability to take initiative and work independently.
• Flexible and adaptable in a fast-paced research environment.
• Strictly adheres to all documented JCVI policies and procedures to include carrying out all functions required of Institute employees (i.e. completion of timesheets and effort surveys in an accurate and timely manner). 

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those a teammate encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

• Moderate noise (i.e. business office with computers, phone, and printers, light traffic)
• Ability to work in a confined area.
• Ability to sit at a computer terminal for an extended period of time.
• Ability to stand and/or sit for an extended period of time while working in the lab.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to, stand, sit; talk, hear, and use hands and fingers to operate a computer and telephone keyboard reach, stoop kneel to install computer equipment
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision requirements due to computer and lab work
• Light to moderate lifting is required

J. Craig Venter Institute is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic or status.

JCVI doe not sponsor employment for this position.

JCVI does not provide relocation assistance for this position.