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Under supervision, this position involves performance of laboratory assays including specimen processing, Purification of DNA and RNA, PCR, tissue dissection, imaging of whole mount and sectioned tissues, and other routine assays. The applicant will plan and perform the experiments, analyze the data and present at lab meetings. In addition, the applicant will perform lab maintenance work including preparation of reagents and making inventory of specimens. The applicant will also assist other lab members in their experiments as needed
Job Responsibility
Performance of laboratory assays including specimen processing, Purification of DNA and RNA, PCR, tissue dissection, imaging of whole mount and sectioned tissues, and other routine assays.
Plan and perform the experiments, analyze the data and present at lab meetings.
Perform lab maintenance work including preparation of reagents and making inventory of specimens.
Assist other lab members in their experiments as needed.
Requirements
Graduation from high school or a General Education Diploma and two years of laboratory experience or two years of college including courses in the natural, physical or social sciences and one year of laboratory experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience and knowledge and abilities essential to the successful performance of the duties assigned to the position.
Knowledge of or experience in basic laboratory techniques.
Ability and willingness to handle and work with human biospecimens and other bio-hazardous, toxic, and carcinogenic materials, and to recognize safety problems.
Demonstrated ability to follow established Safety and Bio-hazardous Material Guidelines.
Knowledge of the operation and maintenance of various lab equipment such as centrifuges, spectrophotometers, balances, pH meters, and electrophoresis equipment.
Knowledge of or experience with DNA and RNA isolation, RTPCR and qPCR.
Proficient with the operation of PC's and associated software, including Word, Excel, etc.
Demonstrated ability to work with and learn new software for data-analysis.
Knowledge of and ability to adhere to established UCSD guidelines for safety and environmental issues.
Superb oral and written communication skills.
Ability to keep accurate and well-organized lab records, lab notebook and computer data files.
Demonstrated organizational skills and the ability to order/maintain lab equipment and supplies.
Demonstrated enthusiasm for learning.
Experience with protein purification and mouse infection work.