Research Technician - Karbstein Lab

 Classification Title:Research Technician Job Description:

The position serves as Research Technician in Dr. Katrin Karbstein laboratory, Department of Integrative Structural and Computational Biology, working closely with Dr. Karbstein and laboratory members in performing research duties involving ribosome assembly, repair and translation.

https://karbstein.scripps.ufl.edu

RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

• This position will perform a variety of routine scientific tasks, including molecular biology and yeast assays and may prepare test specimens.
• Set up and operate standard lab equipment of moderate complexity; record data providing basic analyses and interpretation.
• Work with yeast and perhaps human cell lines and will need to have good sterile technique.
• Good lab notebook keeping is required, as is a willingness to learn new techniques, and integrate into the lab. 
• Candidates will be able to pursue their own projects and develop them in the lab as well.

Expected Salary:

Commensurate with experience. 

Minimum Requirements:

Bachelor's degree in appropriate area of specialization or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

Previous molecular biology and/or yeast experience and/or protein or RNA biochemistry preferred.

Special Instructions to Applicants:

In order to be considered, please upload a resume and cover letter.   

Please provide two-three references as part of the application process.  When ready, the hiring department will contact the listed references via email requesting their reference letters to be uploaded directly to the application website. 

This position is eligible for veteran's preference. If you are claiming veteran's preference, please upload a copy of your DD 214 Member Copy 4 with your application for consideration. See the Qualified Positions link on our applicant FAQs page for a list of eligible positions.

This is a time-limited position. 

This position is open until filled. Application review will begin December 27, 2023. 

Health Assessment Required: No