Career Opportunities
NIH - National Human Genome Research Institute
The National Human Genome Research Institute (NHGRI) at the National Institutes of Health (NIH) seeks highly-motivated applicants for contractor scientific administrative openings as a Scientific Program Analyst in Bethesda, MD.
This is an exciting opportunity for recent graduates in the biological sciences to gain first-hand experience in and broad exposure to how cutting-edge medical research is supported. The position supports the genomics research programs and consortia funded by NHGRI. The Scientific Program Analyst will carry out scientific analyses and project management duties in support of Program Directors in the NHGRI Extramural Research Program, which awards grants to the academic and biotechnology communities to carry out basic and applied genomics research. Please see https://www.genome.gov/research-funding/Funded-Programs-Projects for more information about NHGRI.
Learn more: Scientific Program Analyst Job Description Application Instructions flyer
The successful applicant will be an employee of an NIH contracting agency. They are unable to provide employment sponsorship visas.
Interested candidates should email their resume (include GPA) and cover letter to NHGRIERPRecruitment@mail.nih.gov. In your cover letter, please address the following:
- Your exposure to and interest in genetics/genomics.
- Reasons you are interested in this
- Recent project/goal that you are proud of in which a considerable amount of effort was given. Describe how your ability to think critically and/or apply previous knowledge to a new problem was
- Your start date
Application must be received by Monday, January 23, 2023 to be considered.
University of Colorado – School of Medicine
Professional Research Assistant
The University of Colorado Denver l Anschutz Medical Campus seeks individuals with demonstrated commitment to creating an inclusive learning and working environment. We value the ability to engage effectively with students, faculty and staff of diverse backgrounds.
The Functional Genomics Facility of University of Colorado Cancer Center, housed in the Department of Pharmacology has an opening for a full-time Professional Research Assistant to work at the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus in Aurora.
We provide reagents and technical support for studying gene function at single gene level as well as at genome-wide scale. Currently the Facility specifically provides the following resources to our client labs across the state of Colorado:
- Short hairpin RNA (shRNA) plasmid constructs to knockdown genes in human and mouse cells
- Open Reading Frame (ORF) plasmid construct to overexpress genes in human cells
- CRISPR plasmid constructs to knockout, knock-in and activate endogenous genes in human and mouse genes
We are seeking a highly motivated Professional Research Assistant to work directly with the Functional Genomics Facility Manager and Consulting Scientist to perform various molecular biology and management duties to ensure efficient running of the Facility.
Responsibilities will include, but not be limited to:
40% Molecular biology techniques:
- Bacterial plasmid isolation (Mini-, Maxi-, Midi-preps, etc.) and cloning
- Mammalian tissue culture
- Viral preparation and extraction
- PCR and DNA extraction, quantification, analysis
- Western blotting
40% Order fulfillment:
The Functional Genomics Facility provides genomics reagents and expertise to labs across Colorado. The PRA position will require daily fulfillment of these orders, preparation of reagents, documentation, and shipping. Significant attention to detail will be required to ensure correct order fulfillment.
20% Lab maintenance and management:
- Lab maintenance and upkeep chores (autoclaving, washing glassware, disposing of hazardous waste, etc.)
- Lab management including maintaining lab inventories and preparing solutions
- Facility website management
Visit functionalgenomicsfacility.org for more information. Or email Molishree Joshi: molishree.joshi@ucdenver.edu
Valley Retina Institute, P.A.
Diseases and Surgery of the Retina and Vitreous
Job Title: Research Assistant
Location: Harlingen, TX
Position Type: Full Time
Job Description: The Research Assistant is responsible for the assisting of clinical trials under the direction of the Clinical Research Coordinator (CRC), Clinical Research Director and the Principal Investigator and the Medical Director. The Research Assistant will assist in research and administrative procedures for the successful management of clinical trials. The Research Assistant will perform diverse administrative duties requiring analysis, sound judgment, and a high level of knowledge of study specific protocols.
For more information click here: Valley Retina Institute Research Assistant job