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Research Associate/Senior Research Associate - Weinberger Lab

Employer
Gladstone Institutes
Location
San Francisco, CA, United States
Start date
Mar 12, 2021

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Discipline
Science/R&D, Research, Laboratory
Required Education
Other
Position Type
Full time
Hotbed
Biotech Bay

Job Details

Category:
Science
Lab/Area:

Weinberger Lab

Description:

The Weinberger Lab is looking to hire a Research Associate. The person in this position will be responsible for conducting small animal work and virology assays.

Responsibilities:
  • Design relevant animal research experiments and projects with internal and external collaborators
  • Research activities with small animal models to study virological diseases that may include management of colonies (including acquisition/breeding of animals, record keeping, genotyping), small animal surgeries for downstream analyses, processing tissues, harvesting and maintaining primary cell cultures, viral infections, drug administrations, among other tasks
  • Research activities in virology that may include expansion of viruses in cell lines, performing titrations and QC, infections, experimental perturbations, and preparation of samples (e.g. cell fixation) for downstream project-specific assays
  • Implementation of biosafety, security, and common laboratory standard operating procedures and processes in accordance with state and federal regulations
  • Ordering, stocking and general laboratory management and maintenance will be required.


Qualifications:
  • Prerferred: MS degree in Biology, Microbiology, Immunology, Molecular Biology, or related field and 3-5+ years of related experience *PhD also accepted but not necessary*
  • B.S./B.A., in a related field and 5-7+ years of related experience
  • AA/AS degree in a related field and 7-9+ years of related experience.
  • 2+ years of extensive hands-on experience with handling of and research activities in small animal models such as mice, rats, or hamsters
  • 2+ years of experience performing experiments in BSL2 and/or BSL3 laboratories. Training/mentoring experience is a plus but not required.
  • Some experience with IACUC and ACURO is preferred.
  • Ability to work well with a team. Has strong communication skills and works well with individuals from diverse backgrounds
  • Attention to detail and organizational skills


Additional information:
  • Exact title and salary are dependent on education and experience

Additional Information:

  • Title and salary will be commensurate with education and experience.
  • Be a part of big ideas and consider Gladstone. Your difference will make a difference in human health.
  • Gladstone is an equal opportunity employer.

Company

Gladstone is an independent, nonprofit life science research organization located in the epicenter of biomedical and technological innovation in the San Francisco Bay Area. Gladstone has created a research model that disrupts how science is done, funds big ideas, and attracts the brightest minds. Gladstone Institutes leads the way for innovative research in the biomedical field. We always seek dedicated and talented individuals to join our team.

Scientists know that using a diversity of approaches is often the most efficient strategy for solving a problem. New and different perspectives engender the very innovation that Gladstone prizes. This is one of the many reasons why we value diversity at Gladstone—be that a diversity of race, culture, religion, mental or physical ability, heritage, age, gender, sexual orientation or other characteristics. Our employees hail from more than 30 countries around the globe and we seek to hire the best and brightest for our diverse team of scientists and administrators. Career opportunities are available in both our administrative offices and our research areas.

Our Benefits
Gladstone offers eligible employees—and their dependents—a comprehensive range of benefits, including health insurance, retirement savings, and professional development.

Highlights

  • Health and Retirement
    • A choice of medical plans, flexible spending account, and retirement account options that include employer contributions help you take care of your health and your future.
  • Time Away from Work
    • More than just vacation days, our paid and unpaid leave policies offer flexibility to help you confront different stages of life including maternity and paternity leave, as well as other types of family leave.
  • Professional Development
    • Gladstone encourages employees to seek the skills they need to remain at the forefront of their profession. By supporting professional development workshops and continuing education, Gladstone provides employees with the resources they need to evolve in their role and in their career.
  • Gladstone Cares
    • A specially selected suite of benefits to support you in and out of the workplace. Includes resources for dealing with the many stages of life to specific coverage for family planning, and back-up child or elder care coverage.
Company info
Website
Location
1650 Owens Street
San Francisco
California
94158
United States

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