Laboratory (Research) Technician

Within a new laboratory at the Coriell Institute for Medical Research we are seeking a highly motivated and organized individual to join our team and assist in experimental animal model systems aimed at understanding genetic and molecular mechanisms regulating sex differences in melanocyte function and melanoma progression. Specifically, he/she will mainly carry out experiments in melanocyte and melanoma cell lines and in mouse models of melanoma through a combination of independent and team driven projects. This individual should be able to independently handle experiments or small research projects.

Primary responsibilities include but will not be limited to:

• Maintaining, collecting, and preparing records of data as well as results for presentations, papers, etc.
• Performing data analysis using statistical software packages
• Applying molecular and cell biology approaches to cell lines and animal studies, including immunostaining, microscopy, flow cytometry, epigenetic assays, Crispr/Cas strategies, among others
• Designing gene knockout/knockdown experiments, qPCRs, among others
• Maintaining a mouse colony, contributing experimentally to ongoing research projects
• Maintaining laboratory bacterial culture stocks, mammalian cell culture stocks, DNA Plasmid stocks
• Training students in research methods and procedures as needed
• Ordering supplies, writing and submitting protocols, and maintaining records of required training for all lab members
• Performing other duties as assigned.

The successful candidate must have previous experience and be proficient in mouse husbandry, PCR-based genotyping, cell culture, flow cytometry, as well as DNA, RNA, and protein isolation and detection techniques. Additionally, this candidate must excel in standard molecular biology techniques and assays and have skill sets in molecular cloning, cell culture, western blotting, and PCR.

A Bachelor's Degree and at least 2 years of experience is required. Working knowledge of general principles in genetics and molecular biology, as well as accurate and timely record keeping, impeccable organization, and demonstrated interest in working in a laboratory setting is needed to excel in this role.

Founded in 1953, the Coriell Institute for Medical Research is a nonprofit research institute dedicated to improving human health through biomedical research. Coriell scientists lead research in personalized medicine, cancer biology, epigenetics, and the genomics of opioid use disorder. Coriell also hosts one of the world's leading biobanks—comprised of collections for the National Institutes of Health, disease foundations and private clients—and distributes biological samples and offers research and biobanking services to scientists around the globe. To facilitate drug discovery and disease study, the Institute also develops and distributes collections of induced pluripotent stem cells. To learn more, visit www.coriell.org.

Any offer of employment extended by Coriell is contingent on an applicant’s ability to be Authorized to Work in the United States of America. Upon date of hire, all employees are required to provide whichever valid Employment Authorization Documents they wish, as long as it is in compliance with Federal Regulations.

This job description/posting is to provide general guidance on the nature of work that will be performed in this position. It is not represented to be a full or exhaustive list of the duties, responsibilities, or qualifications needed for this role. Due to the nature of our work, the duties, responsibilities, and qualifications listed on this job description/posting are subject to change.

Coriell is an Equal Opportunity Employer, who values a diverse work environment, who is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. Coriell is an at-will employer.