Senior Research Associate

LBL • $80K — $89K *
Berkeley, CA 94704In-Person
Pharmaceuticals & Biotech
Less than 5 years of experience
2 weeks ago
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree in Biology, Molecular Biology, Plant Biology or related field with 2 years of experience.
  • Proficiency in DNA/RNA purification and Next Generation Sequencing (NGS) library preparation.
  • Experience in cultivating and sampling from non-model plant species.
  • Skilled in single-cell isolation from plant tissues.
  • Demonstrated expertise in confocal or fluorescence microscopy and RNA in-situ techniques.
  • Knowledge of plasmid construction, cloning, and bacterial transformation processes.
  • Strong data analytics capabilities, including image processing with R, Python, or ImageJ.

Responsibilities

  • Perform experimental manipulation and sample collection for advanced molecular assays.
  • Conduct single-cell profiling and RNA in situ hybridization on plant tissues under stress.
  • Maintain plant growth systems and prepare seeds for growth on sterile media.
  • Prepare molecular biology buffers and reagents for experiments.
  • Analyze and sort plant cells or nuclei and prepare specimens for imaging.
  • Conduct in situ hybridization and microscopy imaging of tissues.
  • Perform plant/microbe bioassays and maintain bacterial cultures.

Benefits

  • Full-time career appointment with exempt status from overtime pay.
  • Supportive environment for research and scientific advancement.
  • Collaborative atmosphere within a leading research institution.
Full Job Description
Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory has an opening for a Senior Research Associate in their Joint Genome Institute.

Duties:
  • Perform experimental manipulation and sample collection for a set of advanced molecular assays.
  • Perform single-cell profiling of plant tissues undergoing environmental stress, RNA in situ hybridization experiments, confocal microscopy experiments, bacterial construct preparation and cloning, as well as bacterial growth and plant colonization profiling.
  • Prepare seeds for growth on sterile media and soil and maintain plant growth systems.
  • Prepare molecular biology buffers and reagents.
  • Prepare, analyze, and sort plant cells or nuclei.
  • Prepare, embed, section, and stain plant specimens.
  • Perform in situ hybridization experiments.
  • Image tissues using confocal and widefield microscopy.
  • Perform plant/microbe bioassays.
  • Culture, transform, and maintain bacterial strains (including rhizobacteria).
  • Accurately and thoroughly document experimental procedures and results.
  • Perform preliminary data analysis and quality control on the data collected.


Requirements:
  • Bachelor's Degree in Biology, Molecular Biology, Plant Biology or related field and a minimum of 2 years of relevant experience.
  • Experience with DNA/RNA purification and Next Gen Sequencing (NGS) library preparation.
  • Experience with plant growth and sampling for non-model species.
  • Experience with single-cell isolation from plant tissues.
  • Demonstrated confocal or fluorescence microscopy skills, including tissue sectioning for RNA in-situ or histology.
  • Experience with plasmid construction, cloning, and bacterial transformation.
  • Experience with sterile technique.
  • Demonstrated data analytics skills, including image processing with R, Python, and ImageJ.


Additional Information:
  • Appointment Type: This is a full-time, career appointment, exempt (monthly paid) from overtime pay.
  • Salary Range: This position is represented by a union for collective bargaining purposes and has an expected salary of $80,579 - $89,748 annually for job code 381.2. It is not typical for an individual to be offered a salary at or near the top of the range for a position. Salary will be commensurate with the final candidate's qualification and experience, including skills, knowledge, relevant education, certifications, and aligned with the internal peer group (if applicable, and union contract agreement).
  • Background Check: This position is subject to a background check. Any convictions will be evaluated to determine if they directly relate to the responsibilities and requirements of the position. Having a conviction history will not automatically disqualify an applicant from being considered for employment.
  • Work Modality: Work will be performed onsite at Lawrence Berkeley National Lab, located at 1 Cyclotron Road, Berkeley, CA 94720.
  • Work Authorization: Candidates must be eligible to work in the U.S. at the time of hire. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.


Want to learn more about working at Berkeley Lab? Please visit:careers.lbl.gov

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