Research Specialist II

The Krienen Lab at Princeton University is looking for an experienced research technician to work as a full-time Research Specialist. Research in the lab focuses on understanding genetic influences that shape the development and evolution of the mammalian brain. The individual will participate in research projects and work closely with other lab members and the PI. We use a wide range of molecular biology and neuroscience techniques, particularly focused on single cell genomic sequencing (transcriptomics and epigenomics) to understand cellular and molecular diversity in mammalian brains.

The ideal applicant will have significant prior expertise with single cell genomics, cell sorting and next generation sequencing. This is a one-year term position with the possibility of renewal.

• Conduct molecular biology experiments, particularly single cell sequencing experiments involving profiling the molecular contents and biological states of thousands of individual cells in brain tissue
• Contribute to all aspects including planning experiments; extracting cells or nuclei from brain tissue
• FACS sorting
• Maintain experimental records and metadata associated with single cell sequencing experiments
• Attend consortium meetings and working groups, present lab findings
• Train new lab members on single cell experimentation and techniques
• Work with collaborators to document and test new protocols
• Other duties as assigned by the PI

Essential

• Bachelor's degree plus 1-2 years postbac experience in neurobiology, molecular biology, biochemistry, bioengineering, computational biology, or a related field is required.
• Must have research experience, in molecular biology, cell culture, genomics,. Familiarity with animal husbandry and computational techniques.

Preferred

• Strong organizational and analytical skills, including programming skills, are considered a significant plus.

This position is subject to the University's background check policy.

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