Senior Research Specialist

Overview:

The Krienen lab in the Princeton Neuroscience Institute ((url removed)) is seeking a senior research specialist. Research in the lab focuses on understanding molecular underpinnings of brain cell type diversity and the genetic influences that shape the development and evolution of the mammalian brain, with focus on human and nonhuman primates. In this position, the scientist will contribute to several funded collaborative projects aimed at (1) developing novel cell type specific viral (AAV-based) tools in nonhuman primate models and (2) producing single cell genomic (RNA-seq and ATAC-seq) datasets to understand epigenetic and transcriptomic properties of brain cell types.

The Senior Research Specialist is expected to oversee technicians as well as to carry out independent research. The ideal applicant will have a background in molecular biology, genomics, or molecular neuroscience, strong programming abilities, and a keen interest in the lab's research. Prior expertise with single cell genomics, cell culture, or next generation sequencing is advantageous.

This is a one-year term position with the possibility of renewal based on funding and satisfactory performance

Responsibilities:

Using and developing cutting edge technologies such as single cell genomics, molecular and image-based assays, and next generation sequencing.

Qualifications:

Essential Qualifications:

- master's degree plus 5 years experience in neuroscience, molecular biology, biochemistry, bioengineering, or a related field is required.

- Applicant must be highly organized and have exceptional note-taking and communication skills (written and oral).

- Applicant must have wet-lab experience and experience in molecular biology techniques (e.g. PCR, cloning, sequencing).

Preferred Qualifications:

Preferred candidates will have research experience in one or more of the following: neuroanatomy, single-cell sequencing, advanced molecular biology techniques, smFISH/histology/imaging, and quantitative/programming skills.

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

Princeton University is an 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.

Standard Weekly Hours:

36.25

Eligible for Overtime:

No

Benefits Eligible:

Yes

Probationary Period:

180 days

Essential Services Personnel (see policy for detail):

No

Physical Capacity Exam Required:

No

Valid Driver’s License Required:

No

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