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Position Summary

This position is mainly focused on developing the genome editing tools based on CRISPR technologies through rational design and engineering of the effector proteins for further applications in disease treatment, metabolic engineering, and synthetic biology. Experience with molecular biology and cell biology, including mammalian cell and tissue culture, molecular cloning, strain engineering, evolution and screening, recombinant protein expression, purification and engineering, genome editing, nucleic acid in vitro biosynthesis, isolation, and detection is preferred.

The George R. Brown School of Engineering ranks among the top 20 of undergraduate engineering programs (US News & World Report) and is strongly committed to nurturing the aspirations of faculty, staff and students in an inclusive environment

We seek greater representation of women, minorities, people with disabilities, and veterans in disciplines in which they have historically been underrepresented; to attract international students from a wider range of countries and backgrounds; to accelerate progress in building a faculty and staff who are diverse in background and thought; and we support an inclusive environment that fosters interaction and understanding within our diverse community.

Rice University is an Equal Opportunity Employer with commitment to diversity at all levels and considers for employment qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, genetic information, disability, or protected veteran status.

Essential Functions

Assists in conducting research and experiments
Collects and tracks basic data using spreadsheets and database
Assists in the laboratory setup and day-to-day technical operations including promoting safety, maintaining equipment, creating kits and preparing reagents
Prepares procurement requests and orders materials and supplies, manages sample and stock database, sets up and manages experiments, and maintains research results for publications
Documents, analyzes, and maintains research data
Performs all other duties as assigned

Required Qualifications

HS Diploma or equivalent
Three years of related experience working in a molecular biology or chemistry lab
Skills Required
- Ability to use word processing and spreadsheet software, Microsoft Office Suite
- Basic math and research skills
- Good organization skills and strong attention to detail
- Ability to listen and communicate effectively (verbal, written)
- Ability to work independently and in team environments
- Ability to conduct basic evaluation and analysis of data
- Ability to maintain quality, safety and/or infection control standards

Substitutions

In lieu of the experience requirement, additional related education, above and beyond what is required, on an equivalent year for year basis may be substituted

Preferred Qualifications

Education
- Bachelor's degree in chemical engineering, biomedical engineering, biochemistry, biology, chemistry, or closely related field
Experience
- Experience with molecular biology and cell biology, including mammalian cell and tissue culture, molecular cloning, strain engineering, evolution and screening, recombinant protein expression, purification and engineering, genome editing, nucleic acid in vitro biosynthesis, isolation, and detection
Skills
- Proficiency in protein purification and engineering for genome editing and nucleic acid detection
- Familiarity with nucleic acids in vitro biosynthesis and isolation
- Familiarity with molecular cloning, mutagenesis evolution, and screening

Rice University is an Equal Opportunity Employer with commitment to diversity at all levels, and considers for employment qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status.

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