Research Associate II, Biochemistry & Molecular Biology (Galveston)

Department Marketing Statement:

The Center for Genome Architecture studies how the genome folds inside the nucleus and what that folding does. Work from the Center produced the first kilobase-resolution three-dimensional maps of the human genome, identified chromatin loops and contact domains as fundamental features of genome organization, showed that loop extrusion explains how these structures form, demonstrated that acute loss of cohesin eliminates loop domains genome-wide, and discovered the existence of fossil chromosomes.

We are expanding our experimental footprint, including a growing program of mouse work, to ask how these principles operate in living tissues, and the use of these technologies as a diagnostic.

This position performs molecular biology and sequencing library preparation, contributes to analysis and quality control of the resulting data, troubleshoots and optimizes protocols, and takes part in mouse work including colony management, genotyping, treatment, and tissue collection. Prior mouse experience is a plus but is not required to apply.

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in basic science or equivalent and 2 years of related experience or Master's degree in basic science or equivalent and no experience required.

Job Description:

Research Associate II performs a variety of routine and non-routine research assignments and experiments and assists with lab maintenance responsibilities.

Job Duties:

• Under general supervision, performs routine and non-routine research assignments and experiments of moderate complexity.

• Plans, coordinates, provides setup and conducts standard research experiments following general technical instructions.

• Prepares biological assays and conducts quantitative and qualitative analysis.

• Makes modifications to research procedures as determined by Principal Investigator.

• Maintains records of all tests performed and data collected and provides preliminary analysis of results.

• Assists in the compilation and tabulation of data and analysis of final data.

• Ensures the accurate assembly, calibration, operation and modification of a variety of laboratory equipment as defined by appropriate guidelines.

• Maintains lab for animal and environmental safety compliance.

• Maintains lab inventory of supplies and equipment.

• Performs literature searches as outlined by the Principal Investigator.

• May provide guidance to junior research staff.

• Adheres to internal controls established for department.

• Performs related duties as required.

SKILLS:

• Animal Science/Care Surgery
• Biological Assays
• Quantitative Analysis
• Qualitative Analysis
• Data Analysis
• Tabulation of Data
• Equipment Calibration
• Technical Writing Experience
• Standard Laboratory Equipment 

WORKING ENVIRONMENT:

Standard laboratory environment.

Salary Range:

Commensurate with experience.