RESEARCH TECHNICIAN - Racki Lab - Integrative Structural and Computational Biology

ABOUT US:

Scripps Research is a nonprofit biomedical institute ranked as one of the most influential in the world for its impact on innovation. We are celebrating our 100-year legacy in 2024. This significant milestone marks a century of seminal discoveries in immunology, infectious diseases (such as COVID-19, flu, HIV), neuroscience, heart disease, cancer, and more. Located in La Jolla, California, the institute houses six research departments, multiple Nobel laureates, a top-ranked graduate school and a leading postdoctoral training program.  We work hand-in-hand with researchers of the Scripps Research Translational Institute and Calibr to merge foundational studies in biology, chemistry and computer science with translational science to produce pioneering drugs and advances in digital and precision medicine. Together, we cultivate new scientific leaders and expand the frontiers of knowledge to deliver medical breakthroughs impacting human health around the globe. If you have a passion for making a difference, this could be your opportunity to join our transformative team.

Celebrating a Century:  https://100.scripps.edu/ 

POSITION TITLE:  Research Technician

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Racki Lab is looking to hire a highly motivated research technician who is interested in doing fundamental research on pathogenic bacteria with the aim to improve human health. The technician will perform general lab management task, while also working with an experienced postdoctoral fellow in the lab to study fundamental cellular biology and biophysics in bacteria. Perform a variety of routine scientific tasks; may prepare test specimens; set up and operate standard lab equipment of moderate complexity.

Attach two letters of reference during the application process. Transcripts may be requested at a later stage in the application process.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

• General lab organizational duties such as restocking shelves and autoclaving pipette tips
• Keep an excellent lab notebook (electronically with Benchling)
• Perform microscopy experiments with bacteria
• Analyze microscopy data using custom tools, some based in Python
• General microbiology and molecular biology protocols such as cloning, strain construction, and chromatin immunoprecipitation (ChIP)
• Present their work in lab meeting every few months

REQUIREMENTS:

• A bachelor’s degree in the biosciences (chemistry, biochemistry, biology, bioengineering, biophysics, microbiology or related field) and up to one (1) year of related experience
• Three (3) to six (6) years of related laboratory experience may be considered in lieu of a degree

Preferred Skills: 

• Experience with molecular biology, such as cloning and strain construction
• Some background with programming, ideally in Python
• An ability to both work well in a team environment, and demonstrate independence in troubleshooting
• Curiosity and a genuine interest in basic academic research

COMPENSATION:

The expected hiring range for this position is $18.67 to $24 per hour, commensurate with experience. Consideration will be given to experience that exceeds the listed requirements.

COMPREHENSIVE BENEFITS INCLUDE: 

• Employer Contributed Retirement Plan – Depending on eligibility, employees receive an employer contributed retirement plan (no employee contribution required) and the option to contribute to a 403(b) (which is similar to a 401(k) using your own pre or post-tax dollars)
• Full Suite of Health and Welfare plans including three medical plan options (including an HSA available option), dental, vision, life insurance, disability, EAP and more
• Access to Flexible Spending Accounts (Medical/Dependent Care)
• Competitive vacation and sick leave policies
• Free, on-site parking

The above statements describe the level of work performed and expected in general terms.  The statements are not intended to list all the responsibilities, duties and/or skills required of employees so classified, and the content herein is subject to change due to the business needs of Scripps Research, with or without notice.   Furthermore, nothing in this job description shall be interpreted to be in conflict with or to eliminate or modify in any way the employment-at-will status of Scripps Research staff. 

EEO Statement:
The Scripps Research Institute is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We promote diversity of thought, culture and background in the fields of science. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic or status.