HOWARD HUGHES MEDICAL INSTITUTE HHMI
Research Technician I - Kronauer Lab
Rockefeller University, USA
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About the role
- The Howard Hughes Medical Institute (HHMI) is seeking a Research Technician I to join the Kronauer Laboratory at Rockefeller University.
- The Kronauer Lab studies the behavior, ecology, evolution, and neurobiology of social insects, with a particular focus on ants.
- This is a role well-suited for someone seeking a long-term position and looking to grow within a stable, productive research environment.
Responsibilities
- Maintain ant colonies on a regular schedule, including watering, feeding, cleaning, and general husbandry.
- Manage colony storage procedures, including placing designated colonies into freezer storage and returning them according to established schedules.
- Assist and collaborate with other laboratory personnel and team members as needed on a variety of research projects that span from behavioral tracking to genome engineering
- Collaborate with lab members on ongoing research projects spanning behavioral tracking, genome engineering, and other areas of active investigation - with the understanding that research involvement will grow over time as husbandry and operational tasks become more routine.
- Perform routine laboratory maintenance, including dishwashing, bottle preparation, restocking supplies, and maintaining inventories of laboratory consumables.
Requirements
- Ability to work independently while contributing to a collaborative team environment.
- The ideal candidate is genuinely excited about working with insects and contributing to a collaborative research environment.
- Successful candidates are dependable, detail-oriented, eager to learn, and comfortable performing routine operational tasks with consistency.
Nice to have
- Previous experience working with insects, animals, husbandry, laboratory operations, or research environments.
- Prior laboratory or research experience is helpful but not required.
- Biology, neuroscience, ecology, entomology, or other science-related backgrounds are welcome but not required.
- 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
Compensation
- Our employees are compensated from a total rewards perspective in many ways for their contributions to our mission, including competitive pay, exceptional health benefits, retirement plans, time off, and a range of recognition and wellness programs.
- Hourly The posted range reflects HHMI's good faith estimate of the anticipated hiring salary range for this role at the time of posting.
- Actual hiring compensation is determined by a candidate's qualifications, experience, and internal equity.
Benefits
- A competitive compensation package with comprehensive health and welfare benefits.
- Monitor colony health and ensure husbandry protocols are consistently followed.
- Visit our Benefits at HHMI site to learn more.
Equal opportunity
- HHMI is an Equal Opportunity Employer
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