Technician B

• Job Type: Support Staff - Union
• Bargaining Unit: SSA
• Regular/Temporary: Regular
• End Date if Temporary:
• Hours Per Week: 35
• Standard Work Schedule:
• Building:
• Salary Range: $55,112.00 - $55,112.00

Position Summary

The Batut Lab investigates the genetic sequences and molecular mechanisms that regulate gene expression during development.

Genes are often controlled by regulatory elements scattered over vast genomic regions, and we study how 3D genome organization helps establish specific regulatory interactions at the right time and place. Additionally, these regulatory elements are often themselves transcribed, producing non-coding RNAs that can also regulate gene expression. We study these mechanisms through a multidisciplinary, quantitative approach that combines state-of-the-art genome engineering, functional genomics, and single cell live imaging to visualize the molecular events of transcription in living embryos.

The lab just opened in January 2024, and we are looking for highly motivated individuals to join us in creating a vibrant, collaborative, and welcoming environment! The new technician will independently manage reagent ordering, prepare buffers and media, and maintain the lab’s Drosophila collection, and will work closely with other members of the team to support a range of ongoing projects in the lab.

Learn more about the lab: https://www.batutlab.com

Responsibilities

Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Ordering lab supplies, receiving deliveries, and keeping the lab’s reagents supply well-stocked and organized.
• Maintaining the lab’s stocks of buffers and media.
• Maintaining the lab’s collection of live Drosophila (fruit fly) stocks
• Performing experimental assays according to detailed protocols.
• Maintaining a detailed and up-to-date laboratory notebook.
• Participating in and engaging intellectually with the lab’s research.
• Working closely with other colleagues in a highly motivated, collaborative environment.
• Anticipate one or more co-authored research publications to result from their time in the lab.
• Perform other related duties and responsibilities as assigned/requested.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in biology or related discipline, or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• A commitment of two or more years is desired.
• Strong knowledge of molecular biology and genetics.
• Experience with molecular cloning (e.g., PCR, restriction digests, agarose gel electrophoresis, Gibson assembly, bacterial transformation & solid/liquid culture) and excellent proficiency using micropipettes, running gels, setting up enzymatic reactions, and learning new techniques.
• Experience with Drosophila husbandry and genetics is a plus but is not required.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills and should be comfortable reading primary research articles in the field of gene regulation and genome organization.
• Ability to complete tasks in a timely manner, with attention to detail, and be able to multitask effectively.
• Showing interest in engaging socially with the rest of the lab is a plus, and the applicant must be a team player and enjoy/excel at working collaboratively in groups.

Other Requirements

• Must be willing to work with Drosophila fruit flies.

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