Research Technician - Medzhitov Lab

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RESEARCH TECHNICIAN - MEDZHITOV LAB

Employer
Howard Hughes Medical Institute (HHMI)
Location
New Haven, Connecticut
Salary
$16.91 - $27.46 per hour
Closing date
23 Mar 2024
Discipline
Life Science
Job Type
Research Assistant
Employment - Hours
Full time
Duration
Permanent
Qualification
Undergraduate
Sector
Academia
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The Howard Hughes Medical Institute (HHMI) advances the discovery and sharing of scientific knowledge to benefit us all. As a biomedical research organization and philanthropy, HHMI supports a vibrant community of academic researchers, educators, students, and professionals. Together, we’re unlocking the fundamentals of biology and building an open, inclusive future for science.
We are currently looking for a Research Technician to join Dr. Ruslan Medzhitov’s research laboratory team on-site at Yale University. The Medzhitov lab team studies the biology of inflammation, mechanisms of homeostasis, allergic immunity, and mechanisms of diseases. More information on Dr. Medzhitov and his team can be found by visiting https://medicine.yale.edu/profile/ruslan-medzhitov/?tab=bio and https://www.hhmi.org/scientists/ruslan-m-medzhitov

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Remaining in a normal seated or standing position for extended periods of time; reaching and grasping by extending hand(s) or arm(s); dexterity to manipulate objects with fingers, for example using a keyboard; communication skills using the spoken word; ability to see and hear within normal parameters; ability to move about workspace. The position requires mobility, including the ability to move materials weighing up to several pounds (such as a laptop computer or tablet). Work may involve possible exposure to malodorous vapors, low dose radiation, contamination by toxic chemicals and acids and presence of carcinogenic substances or other hazardous materials.
Persons with disabilities may be able to perform the essential duties of this position with reasonable accommodation. Requests for reasonable accommodation will be evaluated on an individual basis.

PLEASE NOTE:

This job description sets forth the job’s principal duties, responsibilities, and requirements; it should not be construed as an exhaustive statement, however. Unless they begin with the word “may,” the Essential Duties and Responsibilities described above are “essential functions” of the job, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act.

ABOUT THE RESEARCH TECHNICIAN ROLE:

As the Research Technician, you will be working with multiple people in the lab to perform various molecular biology techniques including next generation sequencing. There is the possibility to work on your own independent project based on your capabilities and interest. This position will provide you with an excellent opportunity for scientific learning, further development of research skills, and direct mentorship in a diverse, intellectually stimulating environment – an ideal fit for a hardworking, passionate, self-motivated professional who is looking for a robust 2+ year work experience with the lab before beginning graduate school, medical school, or the next step of their career path.

WHAT YOU’LL DO:

• Work closely alongside the bioinformatics specialist as well as other members of the lab team to support a broad range of projects and experiments.
• Perform various molecular biology techniques including next generation sequencing (NGS).
• Analyze data, formulate conclusions, and present results as needed.
• Actively contribute to laboratory meetings and planning sessions.
• Other duties as assigned.