Life Sciences Lab Assistant I

Palo Alto Veterans Institute for Research (PAVIR) is seeking a part-time Life Sciences Lab Assistant to participate in general wet lab activities and perform molecular studies related to cellular aging and cancer regulation, under the supervision of the Principal Investigator (PI), Katrin Chua, MD, PhD.

This is a part-time, 0-25 hours/week position, located in Palo Alto, CA.

BENEFITS

PAVIR is delighted to offer a robust and comprehensive employee benefits package with exceptional offerings such as sick pay policies, commuter benefits, 401(k) with a fully vested 6% company match and 3% profit share.

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assist with basic techniques in cell biology, molecular biology, biochemistry, histology, cell culture, and microscopy.
• Assist in working with mammalian cell culturing.
• Help maintain common solutions and reagents.
• Help maintain equipment and general lab organization.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• 1 year of undergraduate coursework towards a Biology concentration and /or AP Biology.
• Applicable bench lab experience; 1+ year(s) of hands on wet lab experience in molecular and cell biology.
• Previous experience or exposure to wet lab academic research environment preferred;
• Previous experience with cell culture, molecular biology, cell biology, and biochemical techniques;
• General knowledge of research procedures or protocol gained through education and/or experience;
• Ability to comply with proper research laboratory safety procedures and protocols;
• Good interpersonal skills in working with PIs, researchers, and other lab staff;
• Ability to use logic and analysis to identify the pros and cons of an experimental process;
• Ability to read directions and follow procedures;
• Excellent organizational skills.

ABOUT PALO ALTO VETERANS INSTITUTE FOR RESEARCH (PAVIR)

PAVIR facilitates research and education activities conducted at the VA Palo Alto Health Care System. At PAVIR we work with more than 160 uniquely talented medical scientists. We recruit and retain talented employees who believe in making a difference in the lives of others through innovative health research.

READY TO JOIN OUR RESEARCH TEAM?

If you feel that you would be right for this job, please fill out our initial 3-minute, mobile-friendly application. We look forward to meeting you!

PAVIR is a nonprofit foundation affiliated with the Veterans Affairs Palo Alto Health Care System (VAPAHCS). As a condition of employment, all PAVIR employees are required to have an approved appointment with VAPAHCS and complete a background check before they can commence work.

PAVIR is pleased to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Minorities, Women, Veterans, and Individuals with a Disability are encouraged to apply. We welcome and encourage diversity in the workplace regardless of race, color, religion, age, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you need special assistance or an accommodation to apply for a posted position, please contact jobs@pavir.org - Human Resources department.