Research Specialist I

This full-time position is responsible for the daily organization and preparation of undergraduate laboratory classrooms during the academic year and summer.  This is a one-year term with the possibility of an extension.

Responsibilities 

• Preparation of solutions and media, pouring plates, preparation and cleaning of laboratory classrooms, restocking lab supplies, maintenance and culture of different organisms, maintenance of frozen stocks, preparation of competent cells, purification of plasmid and genomic DNA from different organisms, restriction enzyme digests and gel electrophoresis of nucleic acids and recombinant DNA techniques, protein purification, and SDS gel electrophoresis.
• Maintenance of laboratory computers and equipment, hazardous waste removal from the laboratory, and maintenance of the chemical inventory database.

Qualifications 

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent
• Ability to work well with a team and with students
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Excellent organizational skills
• Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously. 
• Knowledge of basic molecular techniques and protocols

Preferred:

• Two to three years experience 
• Experience with microscopy 
• Experience with Word and Excel 

Princeton University is an Equal Opportunity and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

The University considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's qualifications, work experience, education/training, key skills, market, collective bargaining agreements as applicable, and organizational considerations when extending an offer. The posted salary range represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate for a full-time position; salaries for part-time positions are pro-rated accordingly.

If the salary range on the posted position shows an hourly rate, this is the baseline; the actual hourly rate may be higher, depending on the position and factors listed above.

The University also offers a comprehensive benefit program to eligible employees. Please see this link for more information.