Research Assistant - Department of Microbiology | University of Tennessee, Knoxville Job at University of Tennessee, Knoxville, Knoxville, TN

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  • University of Tennessee, Knoxville
  • Knoxville, TN

Job Description

The Clasen lab in the Department of Microbiology at UTK is seeking a research assistant.

The lab studies the relationship between the host immune system and the commensal microbes that colonize the intestinal tract. We seek to understand how the host tolerates these organisms and what conditions cause it to generate an adaptive immune response. To address these questions, we employ a combination of techniques in molecular biology and immunology, next generation sequencing, and in vitro and in vivo models.

This position is well-suited for an individual with strong communication and organizational skills who enjoys working in a team environment. While the Clasen Lab will provide training and mentorship, experience in mouse husbandry and/or immunology are highly desired .

For more information, contact Dr. Clasen: sclasen@utk.edu

Salary for this full-time position is commensurate with skills and experience and is eligible for benefits from the University of Tennessee.

Duties/Responsibilities:

This position entails contributing to the daily operations of the lab. Specific responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:

  • Ordering and maintaining lab supplies

  • Organizing and maintaining lab space and databases

  • Supporting new lab members and experimental projects

This position will be expected to perform and troubleshoot experiments and maintain detailed laboratory records. Techniques may include, but are not limited to:

  • Bacterial culturing (aerobic and anaerobic)

  • Molecular biology techniques (cloning, DNA/RNA extraction, PCR)

  • Light and fluorescence microscopy

  • Cell culture (2D and 3D)

  • Mouse organ dissection and preparation of cells and tissues for downstream assays

  • Protein analysis (ELISA, western blot, immunoprecipitation)

  • Cell analysis (cell sorting/separation, flow cytometry)

This position must be willing to work with animals and will be expected to maintain mouse colonies. Specific responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:

* Serving as the primary health contact for animals

* Maintaining a detailed inventory of mouse colonies and ongoing breeding

* Tagging, weaning, and genotyping mice

Job Tags

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