Laboratory Coordinator
Brown University

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Laboratory Coordinator
Brown University

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Job Description:

The Laboratory Coordinator will support all functions of the Taylor Lab including overseeing and running the research laboratory on a day-to-day manner and ensuring safety, compliance with best practices, and availability of supplies and resources needed for smooth operation. The Laboratory Coordinator will also have key administrative supporting responsibilities and will conducting independent research (under direction of the PI) as well as supporting existing projects.

The Laboratory Coordinator will help perform experiments according to established laboratory protocols, and will provide technical assistance, as instructed, toward the development of new procedures. The ideal applicant will be interested in developing independent projects (under the direction of the PI) and supporting other projects in the laboratory.

The goals of the Taylor laboratory are to study the basic function and mechanisms of the LINE-1 transposon, their contributions to human disease, and to leverage this knowledge into novel diagnostics and therapies. The Laboratory Coordinator will support experiments in the areas of protein biochemistry and molecular and cell biology aimed at understanding the basic function of the LINE-1 transposon, its potential contributions to cancer development and aging, and support and develop small molecules and genetic strategies to target and modulate the pathway. The Laboratory Coordinator will work with the PI and laboratory members in experiments involving protein purification, assays, as well as general molecular biology procedures and bacterial and eukaryotic cell culture and may work in development of novel assays and optimization, including imaging-based assays.

This is fixed term position with a current end date of 9/30/2027, which may be extended based upon available funding.

Education and Experience

• Required: Bachelor's degree in related field
  
• Required: 3-5 years of experience working in laboratories
  
• Required: Experience with laboratory safety procedures
  
• Required: Experience managing lab personnel.
  
• And/or equivalent combination of education and experience
  

Job Competencies

• Must be a team player, willing and able to support the goals of the lab group and to interact with a diverse range of individuals
  
• Must demonstrate an interest in scientific research, innate desire to learn and grow scientifically and to discover new knowledge
  
• Willingness to adapt to changes in working environment and to assist in establishing a new laboratory in the center
  
• Ability to support the lab group and to interact with a diverse range of individuals
  
• Excellent organizational, record keeping, task prioritization, and report preparation skills
  
• Outstanding problem-solving skills, ability to implement solutions
  
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  
• Ability to present complex data in clear presentations
  
• Proficiency with computers and essential software programs (e.g. MS office, Google Suite, etc.)
  
• Ability to collect and analyze data
  
• Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively with a diverse group of people, with vastly different skills and training
  
• Possesses a willingness and ability to support a diverse and inclusive campus community
  

CRIMINAL BACKGROUND AND EDUCATION CHECK REQUIRED

Note: This position is not eligible for Visa sponsorship from Brown University.

Benefits of Working at Brown:

Information on the Benefits of Working at Brown can be found here.

Recruiting Start Date:

2024-09-28

Job Posting Title:
Laboratory Coordinator

Department:
Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine

Grade:
Grade 9

Worker Type:
Employee

Worker Sub-Type:

Fixed Term (Fixed Term)

Time Type:
Full time

Scheduled Weekly Hours:
37.5

Position Work Location:
Onsite

Submission Guidelines:

Please note that in order to be considered an applicant for any staff position at Brown University you must submit an application form for each position for which you believe you are qualified. Applications are not kept on file for future positions. Please include a cover letter and resume with each position application.

Still Have Questions?

If you have any questions you may contact employment@brown.edu.

EEO Statement:

Brown University is an E-Verify Employer.

As an EEO/AA employer, Brown University provides equal opportunity and prohibits discrimination, harassment and retaliation based upon a person's race, color, religion, sex, age, national or ethnic origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law, and caste, which is protected by our University policies.









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