Research Assistant Iii - Jin Lab

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Research Assistant III

The Jin lab in Dorris Neuroscience Center at Scripps Research is seeking an energetic, bright, and highly motivated individual with backgrounds in chemistry, biology, neuroscience, biochemistry, molecular biology, genetics, and bioengineering encouraged to apply. The successful candidate will work directly with the principal investigator, collaborate with existing lab members to advance the project, and gain valuable bench‑side and analytical experience in a fast‑paced research environment.

The role will also oversee day‑to‑day lab operations, space allocation, equipment maintenance, and overall lab safety while handling additional matters as they arise.

• Perform non‑routine procedures and resolve complex problems requiring evaluation of intangible variables; exercise judgement in developing methods, techniques, and evaluation criteria to obtain results.
• Operate sophisticated scientific lab equipment with accuracy and proficiency.
• Plan, organize, and direct assigned projects; supervise small staff of professional‑level employees.
• Perform complex or novel assignments requiring development of new or improved techniques and procedures; demonstrate initiative, creativity, and problem‑solving to advance scientific goals.
• Facilitate mouse colony management, performing molecular biology and library preparation.

• Requires a bachelor’s degree in a relevant scientific discipline or an equivalent combination of education, training and/or experience.
• Requires a minimum of 5 years’ experience.
• Candidates possessing a master’s degree and 3+ years’ experience are required.

This position works in a laboratory or vivarium environment. Further details of the physical requirements of established essential functions will be addressed during the interview process.

The expected hiring range for this position is $68,000 – $81,600 per year, commensurate with experience. Consideration will be given to experience that exceeds the listed requirements.

• Employer‑contributed retirement plan (no employee contribution required) and option to contribute to a 403(b).
• Full suite of health and welfare plans including three medical plan options (including an HSA option), dental, vision, life insurance, disability, EAP, and more.
• Competitive vacation and sick leave policies.
• Free, on‑site parking.

The above statements describe the level of work performed and expected in general terms. The statements are not intended to list all the responsibilities, duties and/or skills required of employees so classified, and the content herein is subject to change due to the business needs of Scripps Research, with or without notice. Furthermore, nothing in this job description shall be interpreted to be in conflict with or to eliminate or modify in any way the employment‑at‑will status of Scripps Research staff.

The Scripps Research Institute is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We promote diversity of thought, culture and background in the fields of science. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic or status.