HOWARD HUGHES MEDICAL INSTITUTE HHMI

HOWARD HUGHES MEDICAL INSTITUTE HHMI

Research Technician - Viral Tools

Janelia Research Campus, USA · Principal

Sponsorship not specifiedDetected 2 min ago
HRISPCRqPCRFlow CytometryMolecular BiologyCell CultureResearchCommunicationCritical ThinkingOrganizational Skills

About the role

  • The Research Technician - Virology will be a versatile member of the Viral Tools team to provide multiple viral tool packaging services, including AAV, lenti, rabies, and baculovirus, for Janelia researchers and the broader HHMI scientific community.
  • This role will contribute significantly to the progress of the lab head's research programs by packaging virus vectors, titering, and delivering AAV, lenti, rabies, and baculoviruses on time.
  • The ideal candidate will possess critical thinking, research experiences in virology, and hands-on skills with classic and modern virology techniques.

Responsibilities

  • Maintains cell lines and monitors for bacterial and mycoplasma contamination.
  • Performs quality control assays, including digital PCR, qPCR, FACS, infectious titer assays, western blots, etc.
  • We aim to fulfill all the viral tool needs for internal Janelia and external HHMI investigators, from viral construct design to experiment troubleshooting and investigator-specific needs.

Requirements

  • Ability to handle multiple tasks, plan and organize daily duties.
  • Ability to follow SOPs, use good judgment, minimize human errors, and work efficiently.
  • Gaining hands-on experiences and knowledge of various viral tools in a collaborative and supportive research environment.
  • B.S. degree in molecular and cellular biology or related field of science or technology or equivalent in education with a minimum of 2 years of research experience.
  • Capability to understand various virus systems and handle them properly.
  • 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.

Nice to have

  • Prior hands-on experience in any virology field is preferred.

Skills

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  • The Janelia Viral Tools facility specializes in custom virus production with high titer and high-quality standards.
  • Requires good organizational skills with detailed records to keep track of multiple samples.
  • Advanced skills in BSL2 cell culture techniques.
  • Advanced skills in molecular biology.

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.
  • $45,760.00 (minimum) - $57,200.00 (midpoint) - $74,360.00 (maximum)
  • HHMI's salary structure is developed based on relevant job market data.
  • Typically, a new hire for this position in this location is compensated between the minimum and the midpoint of the salary range.

Benefits

  • A competitive compensation package, with comprehensive health and welfare benefits.
  • Compensation and Benefits
  • Visit our Benefits at HHMI site to learn more.
  • Weekend, holiday, and after-hours work as required to meet operational needs.

Equal opportunity

  • HHMI is an Equal Opportunity Employer
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