Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory is seeking a highly motivated candidate for a Research Technician position in the Tonks Lab.

The successful candidate will be available for immediate start, have strong interpersonal and teamwork skills, and appreciate the necessity for attention to detail in all aspects of the position. The successful candidate will work alongside others on an ongoing project, and will provide assistance with bench work and animal research. Responsibilities will include PCRs, IHC staining, and Western Blots. Applicants must be comfortable with rodent handling. Responsibilities in the animal facility will include administering injections (intraperitoneal, subcutaneous, oral gavage, etc.), performing behavioral assays (Rotarod, Grip Strength), and dissections for downstream tissue analysis. The technician will also assist with animal colony maintenance and organization, as well as general lab maintenance, supply inventory and procurement.

EDUCATION: Bachelor's Degree in Biological Sciences
EXPERIENCE: The candidate should have prior experience working in a molecular biology, cell biology laboratory, or chemistry laboratory.
SKILLS: Self-motivation, organizational skills and immaculate record-keeping.

How to Apply:
If you are passionate about molecular biology and eager to contribute to groundbreaking research, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity. Please submit an online application here: Position 1039. We look forward to reviewing your application.

Environment
Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory is a world-renowned biomedical research institution in New York. It has shaped contemporary biomedical research and is the home of eight Nobel Prize laureates. Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory provides a highly dynamic and interactive research environment and also a unique opportunity of timely exposure to advances in various biomedical research fields and of interaction with a broad range of researchers from all over the world through its renowned Meetings and Courses program. We believe that science is for everyone. We have had researchers with a variety of backgrounds and believe in the importance of diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Compensation and Benefits
Our employees are compensated in many ways for their contributions to our mission, including competitive pay, exceptional health benefits, retirement plans, time off, and a range of recognition and wellness programs. Visit our CSHL sites to learn more. The salary range for this role is $45,000 - 50,000 The salary range and/or hourly rate listed is a good faith determination of potential base compensation that may be offered to a successful applicant for this position at the time of this job advertisement and may be modified in the future. When determining a base salary and/or rate, several factors may be considered as applicable (e.g., years of relevant experience, education, credentials, and internal equity).

CSHL is an EO/AA Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or protected veteran status. VEVRAA Federal Contractor.