Research Technician II - Stern Lab
Company: Howard Hughes Medical Institute (HHMI)
Location: Chevy Chase
Posted on: April 16, 2024
Job Description:
Primary Work Address: 19700 Helix Drive, Ashburn, VA,
20147Current HHMI Employees, click here to apply via your Workday
account.The Howard Hughes Medical Institute's Janelia Research
Campus is a pioneering research center in Ashburn, Virginia, where
scientists pursue fundamental questions in the life sciences. Our
integrated teams of biologists, computational scientists, and
tool-builders innovate research practices and technologies to solve
biology's deepest mysteries. HHMI launched Janelia in 2006,
establishing an intellectually enriching environment for scientists
to do creative, collaborative, hands-on work. We share our methods,
results, and tools with the scientific community.Lab Overview:The
Stern Lab studies how aphids manipulate plants by injecting
effector proteins into plant cells. Aphids are major crop pests,
and we seek a molecular understanding of how aphids manipulate
plants to their own advantage and to the detriment of plant.About
the role:We are seeking a Research Technician who will work closely
with a Research Scientist in the laboratory to perform experiments
to test the roles of specific genes in aphid biology. Some
experience in laboratory science is desired, especially experience
working with insects and performing basic molecular biology
experiments. We work as a highly collaborative team to study these
problems and prior experience working successfully with a team in a
laboratory is an advantage.What we provide:
- Training in new research methods and exposure to ground
breaking science in a supportive environment
- A competitive compensation package, with comprehensive health
and welfare benefits.
- An opportunity to gain research experience in a collaborative
environment
- Professional development opportunities including attending
conferences.What you'll do:
- Prepare aphid eggs for microinjection and inject aphid
eggs.
- Prepare DNA from aphids and perform Polymerase Chain Reaction
(PCR) to identify mutated aphids.
- Prepare plants and plant samples for experiments with
aphids.
- Perform quantitative measures of aphid performance on
plants.
- Perform Electrical Penetration Graph measurements of aphids
feeding on plants.
- Use software to analyze and visualize data.
- Document progress of daily tasks and long-term projects.
- May develop new protocols when necessary to improve
processes.
- Conduct literature reviews to assist in determining the most
suitable methods to be used in research.
- May demonstrate and explain various laboratory techniques to
laboratory personnel, students, and others.
- Actively contribute to laboratory meetings and planning
sessions.What you bring:
- Bachelor of Science degree in an appropriate field of science
or technology or equivalent in education and experience AND one to
two years of related research experience.
- Experience with a laboratory model system, and preferably
experience working with aphids or other Hemipterans.
- Enthusiastic and self-motivated individual with the ability to
work independently with minimal supervision
- Excellent communication skills, written and verbal. Ability to
communicate with all levels of the organization.
- Ability to take initiative, prioritize tasks, work
independently, use good judgment, and monitor completion of
assigned duties. Accountable for projects.
- Ability to operate complex scientific equipment.
- Must be able to work in a dynamic and agile environment.
- Must be able to work in a team environment effectively.
- Good documentation and organizational skills.Physical
RequirementsRemaining 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.Persons with disabilities may be able to
perform the essential duties of this position with reasonable
accommodation. Requests for reasonable accommodation will be
evaluated on an individual basis.Please Note:This job description
sets forth the job's principal duties, responsibilities, and
requirements; it should not be construed as an exhaustive
statement, however. Unless they begin with the word "may," the
Essential Duties and Responsibilities described above are
"essential functions" of the job, as defined by the Americans with
Disabilities Act.Compensation and Benefits 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. Visit our Benefits at
HHMI site to learn more.Compensation Range$44,880.00 (minimum) -
$56,100.00 (midpoint) - $72,930.00 (maximum)Pay Type:AnnualHHMI's
salary structure is developed based on relevant job market data.
HHMI considers a candidate's education, previous experiences,
knowledge, skills and abilities, as well as internal equity when
making job offers. Typically, a new hire for this position in this
location is compensated between the minimum and the midpoint of the
salary range.HHMI is an Equal Opportunity Employer
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