Research Technician Position – Yelick lab, Tufts University, Boston MA

Created by Jonathan Knight
May 12, 2021
1 min read

Position available in the laboratory of Pamela C. Yelick (pamela.yelick@tufts.edu) for a highly motivated Research Assistant to join our group to investigate craniofacial and skeletal development and disease using zebrafish models and craniofacial stem cells tissue engineering approaches.

 

Job Responsibilities:

  • Mutant and wild type zebrafish breeding and screening transgenic embryos

  • Genotyping (PCR and gel electrophoresis)

  • Basic bench techniques including preparing solutions, pipetting,

  • Molecular biology techniques – DNA, RNA isolation

  • Histology and Immunohistochemistry – sectioning, staining and immunostaining tissues

  • Genome editing techniques

  • Single cell embryo microinjection

  • Imaging – whole mount, live, confocal and tissue sections

  • Sterile technique tissue culture.

  • Preparing and analysis of bulk and single-cell sequencing samples

  • Basic laboratory tasks and ordering supplies

  • Ensuring that safe laboratory practices are followed, including the use and disposal of chemicals and hazardous materials.

  • Experience with tissue molecular biology, imaging, tissue culture or zebrafish handling highly desired.

 

Education:

Bachelor's Degree in Developmental Biology, Genetics or related field.

Minimum of 1 year of wet lab bench (academic or industry) experience preferred.

At least a two-year commitment preferred due to the substantial training effort associated with the position.

 

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Demonstrated organizational skills and ability to pay close attention to detail.

Motivation to learn and grow in scientific expertise.

Ability to manage work with minimal supervision once trained.

Ability to trouble-shoot technical issues.

Strong communication and presentation skills.

Ability to multi-task and work on multiple projects simultaneously.

Ability to plan and prioritize work while responding flexibly to rapidly changing priorities.

Ability to work flexible hours.

This position may require standing or sitting for long periods of time, including in a warm aquarium environment.

 

Interested candidates should send their letter and CV to pamela.yelick@tufts.edu