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Research Assistant, Molecular Physiology and Biophysics

Vanderbilt University

Vanderbilt University

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Nashville, TN, USA
Posted on Mar 4, 2025

Job Description

The Mchaourab laboratory is in search of a motivated research assistant who will play a role in the establishment of novel efforts aimed at characterizing neurotransmitter sodium symporters. The individual will be key personnel responsible for research conducted and support efforts of graduate students and postdoctoral fellows in the lab. This position requires knowledge of basic laboratory procedures, record keeping, and experience in molecular biology techniques and recombinant protein production. Determined individuals will have the opportunity to build their own project.
Our overall approach integrates knowledge of protein structure with sophisticated spectroscopic methods and reaction kinetics to develop mechanistic models of functional dynamics. The lab capitalizes on state-of-the-art instrumentation at Vanderbilt, including cryogenic electron microscopy (cryo-EM) and electron paramagnetic resonance (EPR), to facilitate discoveries. Our goal is to uncover relationships between target molecular properties and disease-linked variants to aid rational drug design strategies.

Duties and Responsibilities

Manage, order and maintain inventory of lab reagents and equipment

Apply molecular biology techniques to generate novel DNA constructs of target genes

Express, purify and characterize recombinant proteins.

Opportunity to perform independent research

Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

The minimum requirement is a Master’s degree in chemistry, biology or a related field is necessary.

Experience in molecular biology and cell culture is strongly preferred.

Experience in protein chemistry is strongly preferred.

About Us

At Vanderbilt University , our work - regardless of title or role - is in service to an important and noble mission in which every member of our community serves in advancing knowledge and transforming lives on a daily basis. Located in Nashville, Tennessee, on a 330+ acre campus and arboretum dating back to 1873, Vanderbilt is proud to have been named as one of “America’s Best Large Employers” as well as a top employer in Tennessee and the Nashville metropolitan area by Forbes for several years running. We welcome those who are interested in learning and growing professionally with an employer that strives to create, foster and sustain opportunities as an employer of choice.

We understand you have a choice when choosing where to work and pursue a career. We understand you are unique and have a story. We want to hear it. We encourage you to apply today so that you might become a part of our story.

Vanderbilt University is an equal-opportunity, 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, or status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Job Info

  • Job Identification 10006458
  • Job Category Research
  • Posting Date 01/22/2025, 05:53 PM
  • Locations Nashville, TN, United States
  • Job Schedule Full time

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