Research Assistant (*2 Positions Available*) | Laboratory of Molecular Neurobiology and Biophysics | The Rockefeller University Job at The Rockefeller University, New York, NY

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  • The Rockefeller University
  • New York, NY

Job Description

Organization Overview


The MacKinnon Lab, led by Dr. Rod MacKinnon, aims to understand the molecular mechanisms of information communication across the membrane of cells. Integral membrane proteins called ion channels control the electrical state of cells. The ion channels directly or indirectly through membrane receptors sense the cell's surrounding environment. Through electrophysiological, biochemical, and structural analysis, the laboratory seeks to understand how the ion channels and their cognate receptors give rise to communication between cells and their environment.
Overview



We are looking for two research assistants to join our team to clone DNA, express and purify membrane proteins, carry out biochemical assays to assess protein function.


Responsibilities



Responsibilities include:

  • Learning and conducting experiments
  • Planning experiments
  • Reading scientific literature
  • Attending and contributing to lab meetings
  • Performing related duties and responsibilities as assigned/requested

Qualifications



Bachelor's degree required, with an educational emphasis in chemistry, biology, physics or related areas.

The Rockefeller University is an equal opportunity employer – veterans/individuals with disabilities. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to characteristics protected by applicable local, state, or federal law, including but not limited to disability and protected veteran status.

The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based on various factors, including but not limited to organizational budgets, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, and training. The hiring range provided represents The Rockefeller University's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting.


Compensation Range: Min


USD $50,000.00/Yr.
Compensation Range: Max


USD $55,000.00/Yr.

About The Rockefeller University

The Rockefeller University is a world-renowned center for research and graduate education in the biomedical sciences, chemistry, bioinformatics and physics. The university's 72 laboratories conduct both clinical and basic research and study a diverse range of biological and biomedical problems with the mission of improving the understanding of life for the benefit of humanity.

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