Laboratory Assistant

George Washington University, United States

Updated: 2 months ago
Location: Washington, PENNSYLVANIA
Job Type: FullTime
Deadline: ;

Posting Details
I. DEPARTMENT INFORMATION


Job Description Summary:
In the Department of Biological Sciences, challenging science courses are just one part of a holistic approach to learning. Our curriculum integrates traditional study with individual mentorship in the lab and service learning and sustainable projects in the community, for a truly interdisciplinary experience.
This position will help facilitate research of amphibian immunity, supported by a National Science Foundation grant (IOS: 2147466), awarded to Dr. Leon Grayfer. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to learn how to maintain and breed Xenopus laevis frogs, to master and utilize modern techniques such as cell, tissue and pathogen culture, gene expression analyses, gene editing, recombinant protein production and antimicrobial assays to investigate frog innate immune cell development and functionality, assist in generating reagents and helping perform molecular biology experiments. This individual will join a highly collaborative research group that includes researchers at all educational levels working together towards common research goals.
Duties:
  • Assist with Xenopus laevis frog husbandry


  • Assist with Xenopus laevis frog breeding

  • Research in amphibian immunity

  • Assist with supervision of students in the lab

  • Assisting with purchases and expense reporting

Performs other work related duties as assigned. The omission of specific duties does not preclude the supervisor from assigning duties that are logically related to the position.
Minimum Qualifications:
Qualified candidates will hold a high school diploma/GED, or, a Bachelor’s degree or higher in a relevant area of study. Degree must be conferred by the start date of the position.
Additional Required Licenses/Certifications/Posting Specific Minimum Qualifications:
Preferred Qualifications:
  • A BSc or equivalent degree is preferred at the start of position.
  • Preference will be given to applicants with prior experience in molecular biology research and/or experience handling aquatic animals.
Typical Hiring Range Commensurate with Experience.

II. POSITION INFORMATION


Campus Location: Foggy Bottom, Washington, D.C.
College/School/Department: Columbian College of Arts & Sciences (CCAS)
Family Research and Labs
Sub-Family Laboratory Support
Stream Service and Support
Level Level 1
Full-Time/Part-Time: Full time -> FTE 1.00
Hours Per Week: 40
Work Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:30 am to 5 pm
Will this job require the employee to work on site? Yes
Employee Onsite Status On-campus (in person)
Telework:
Required Background Check Criminal History Screening, Education/Degree/Certifications Verification, Social Security Number Trace, and Sex Offender Registry Search
Special Instructions to Applicants:
  • This is a 12-month limited term assignment, extension will be contingent on additional funding.
  • Applicants should include names and contact information of three references who would be available to submit letters of recommendation to Prof. Leon Grayfer.
  • Please include your terminal degree transcript.
Internal Applicants Only? No
Posting Number: R002113
Job Open Date: 01/10/2024
Job Close Date:
If temporary, grant funded or limited term appointment, position funded until:
Background Screening Successful Completion of a Background Screening will be required as a condition of hire.
EEO Statement:

The university is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer that does not unlawfully discriminate in any of its programs or activities on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or on any other basis prohibited by applicable law.

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