Research Technician - Karbstein Lab
The position serves as Research Technician in Dr. Katrin Karbstein laboratory, Department of Integrative Structural and Computational Biology, working closely with Dr. Karbstein and laboratory members in performing research duties involving ribosome function and translation. https://karbstein.scripps.ufl.edu
RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:
This position will perform a variety of routine scientific tasks, including molecular biology and yeast assays; may prepare test specimens; set up and operate standard lab equipment of moderate complexity; record data providing basic analyses and interpretations; may perform a limited number of non-repetitive procedures; perform other related duties, tasks and responsibilities as required or assigned. The candidate will work with yeast and perhaps human cell lines and will need to have good sterile technique. Good lab notebook keeping is required, as is a willingness to learn new techniques, and integrate into the lab.
EXPECTED SALARY: Commensurate with experience
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
Bachelor's degree in appropriate area of specialization or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Previous molecular biology and yeast experience preferred.
SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS TO APPLICANTS:
In order to be considered, you must upload your cover letter and resume.
Please provide names and email addresses of three to five references as part of the application process. When ready, the hiring department will contact the listed references via email requesting their reference letters to be uploaded directly to the application website.
This is a time-limited position.
This position is eligible for veteran’s preference. If you are claiming veteran’s preference, please upload a copy of your DD 214 Member Copy 4 with your application for consideration. See our Veteran's Preference Page for more specific information.
Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.
To apply for this position, visit jobs.ufl.edu. Job number for this vacancy is 523109 and the deadline date to apply is August 5, 2022. If an accommodation due to a disability is needed to apply for this position, please call (352) 392-2HRS or the Florida Relay System at (800) 955-8771 (TDD).
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REQ #523109