Research in the lab focuses on identifying mechanisms underpinning the biological embedding of stress and its effect on biological aging across the lifespan
Job Summary
Research in the lab focuses on identifying mechanisms underpinning the biological embedding of stress and its effect on biological aging across the lifespan.
The part-time position is for a Research Technologist to assist Dr. Shalev with laboratory assays and processing samples in multiple ongoing studies, conduct inventory of lab supplies, maintain participant database and assist with other administrative laboratory procedures.
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Matching Summary
Research in the lab focuses on identifying mechanisms underpinning the biological embedding of stress and its effect on biological aging across the lifespan.
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
RNA and DNA isolation
Cell separation
Telomere length analysis
Gene expression
Immune and hormone assays
Laboratory assays and processing samples
Inventory of lab supplies
Maintain participant database
Nice-to-have
Expertise in DNA and RNA extractions
qPCR analysis
Knowledge in statistical software (SPSS, SAS, R)
Excellent interpersonal skills
Organizational skills
Ability to work with a team
Manage multiple simultaneous tasks
Attention to detail
Key Requirements
At least one year of experience working in a wet-lab