The J David Gladstone Institutes

The J David Gladstone Institutes

Research Associate - Systems Biology & Phage Therapy (Silas Lab)

San Francisco, USA · Full-time

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About the role

  • This position offers the unique opportunity to work directly with Principal Investigator (Sukrit Silas) in advancing the lab's core mission-deploying an innovative screening platform across diverse bacterial species.
  • The RA will take a leadership role in constructing complex libraries of tens of thousands of phage genes and conducting functional genomics experiments that measure genetic interactions between phages and bacteria on an unprecedented scale.
  • Our institute is at the forefront of applying systems biology approaches to fundamental questions in phage biology.

Responsibilities

  • Assisting with research planning, including primer and vector design, experimental execution, analysis, troubleshooting, and data interpretation
  • A meaningful place to grow and learn -whether it's your professional skills or scientific knowledge, we have the resources and environment to advance either so you can better support Gladstone's mission to drive a new era of discovery in disease-oriented science and to mentor tomorrow's leaders in an inspiring and excellent environment.

Requirements

  • Availability for evening and weekend hours as required
  • Proficiency in molecular biology techniques, including:

Nice to have

  • Experience with RNA and bacteriophage handling
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel)
  • People -work with talented, committed, and supportive teammates within an organization that values each member of its community.
  • Healthy work/life balance -you are highly engaged and productive at work because you can have time to recharge and enjoy a vibrant life outside of work.
  • This position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge research in phage biology and antibiotic resistance while gaining invaluable laboratory experience in a dynamic and collaborative environment.
  • Bachelor's degree (BA/BS) in Cell and Molecular Biology or a related field, with at least one year of hands-on research laboratory experience (preferred)

Compensation

  • Compensation -competitive salary. Title and salary will be commensurate with education and experience.

Benefits

  • The Gladstone Institutes is a distinguished independent, not-for-profit research institution dedicated to advancing human health through cutting-edge medical research and education.
  • Proactive approach to learning new techniques and optimizing protocols
  • Gladstone Perks & Benefits
  • Excellent benefits -generous medical, dental, vision, retirement plan, paid vacation, commuter benefits, access to free shuttle transportation.

Company info

  • Our work spans neuroscience, cardiovascular biology, immunology, and stem cell biology, with a focus on overcoming disease.
  • With a team of approximately 600 members, including renowned leaders in science and biomedicine, Gladstone operates across five institutes, alongside various centers and programs.
  • Located at the Mission Bay Campus in an award-winning building, Gladstone offers competitive salaries and benefits, providing an optimal environment for individuals to realize their full potential and make a meaningful impact on global health.
  • Through these novel technical capabilities, we are systematically mapping the antiviral immune architecture of bacteria to identify critical defensive barriers.
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