Life Science Technician II (Monday – Friday) 2 Year Fixed Term.

The Das laboratory at Stanford University School of Medicine Department of Biochemistry seeks a full-time Life Sciences Technician 2 (LST) (2 year fixed term) to work on the discovery and functional probing of RNA structures. You will work with the principal investigator and PhD students to search for RNA structures that underlie modern biology and biotechnology. Your work in RNA molecular biology and biochemistry will contribute to several on-going, high-impact projects with publication endpoints and will connect to cutting-edge high-throughput biochemistry, artificial intelligence research, citizen science, and cryoelectron microscopy methods pioneered in a highly collaborative laboratory.

Department of Biochemistry:
Stanford Biochemistry is a diverse and inclusive community dedicated to fundamental discovery in biological science through basic research and training. We are united by the common view that transformative advances in biology come through a molecular understanding of biological systems. Our core goals are to perform foundational research, to mentor and train scientists and scientific leaders, and to foster a strong scientific community. Our research ranges from molecular structure to organismal biology as we strive to uncover new biological principles and to impact human disease.  Central to our research mission is our long-standing culture of sharing and strong sense of community and collegiality. We mix members of our laboratories together throughout the Department in order to foster cross pollination of ideas and approaches. We promote a supportive environment that values different people and perspectives. 

Duties include:  
•    Conduct established experiments in RNA preparation and biochemical characterization (native gel electrophoresis, structure probing) under supervision of expert scientists. 
•    Conduct RNA extraction, RT-qPCR, and library preparation for high-throughput sequencing
•    Conduct molecular cloning (restriction digests, ligations, Gibson assembly, plasmid preps) under supervision of expert scientists.
•    Accurate and meticulous laboratory notebook record keeping 
•    Help with general lab maintenance as needed.

This position is represented by SEIU Local 2007 and the collective bargaining agreement between the university and SEIU Local 2007 governs the terms and conditions of employment.

Schedule: Monday – Friday, 9:00 am – 5:30 pm

The job duties listed are typical examples of work performed by positions in this job classification and are not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, tasks, and responsibilities. Specific duties and responsibilities may vary depending on department or program needs without changing the general nature and scope of the job or level of responsibility. Employees may also perform other duties as assigned.

The expected pay range for this position is $35.41 (Step 1) to $42.63 (Step 10) per hour.  Placement in the pay range is subject to the applicable collective bargaining agreement.

Stanford University provides pay ranges representing its good faith estimate of what the university reasonably expects to pay for a position.

Consistent with its obligations under the law, the University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should contact Stanford University Human Resources at stanfordelr@stanford.edu. For all other inquiries, please submit a contact form.

Stanford is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.