Senior Research Assistant

Brown University

Providence, Rhode Island, US
Onsite
Molecular and cell biology experiments
High throughput sequencing
Cell culture
The Senior Research Assistant will independently conduct experiments in molecular and cell biology aimed at understanding retrotransposons in aging using mice and Alzheimer’s disease biomarker discovery in humans

Job Summary

  • The Senior Research Assistant will independently conduct experiments in molecular and cell biology aimed at understanding retrotransposons in aging using mice and Alzheimer’s disease biomarker discovery in humans.
  • This position will perform experiments involving molecular biology procedures related to high throughput sequencing, cell culture, and Alzheimer’s disease biomarker discovery.
  • The Senior Research Assistant will provide technical training and guidance to undergraduate research assistants and work closely with lab personnel to perform experiments.

Matching Summary

The Senior Research Assistant will independently conduct experiments in molecular and cell biology aimed at understanding retrotransposons in aging using mice and Alzheimer’s disease biomarker discovery in humans.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Molecular and cell biology experiments
  • High throughput sequencing
  • Cell culture
  • Alzheimer’s disease biomarker discovery
  • Acquisition and analysis of high throughput datasets
  • Working with mouse colonies

Nice-to-have

  • Interest in scientific research
  • Ability to support lab group
  • Interact with diverse individuals
  • Problem-solving skills
  • Present complex data clearly

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor’s Degree with 3-5 years of experience
  • Equivalent combination of education and experience
  • Strong computer skills
  • Experience with scientific databases

Work Rights

Not specified

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