Research Assistant II - Laboratory of Dr. Satchidananda Panda

Research Assistant II - Laboratory of Dr. Satchidananda Panda

Job Category: Research Sciences

Requisition Number: RESEA
002694

Posted: December 17, 2025

Employment Type: Full-Time

Location: Salk Main Campus, 10010 N Torrey Pines Road, La Jolla, CA 92037, USA

We are seeking a Research Assistant II to support the Principal Investigator and laboratory research goals. The role involves molecular biology, cell and biochemistry techniques; mouse handling and colony maintenance; general laboratory maintenance; equipment maintenance; ordering supplies.

• Purification and manipulation of DNA and RNA from diverse biological sources, including bacteria, cultured cells, tumor sample, fresh and frozen tissues (e.g. RT‑PCR, plasmid and genomic DNA preparation).
• Culture of primary cells and cell lines.
• Protein extraction, quantification and western blotting.
• Mouse physiology/activity/behavior analysis, including weighing, running wheel, indirect calorimetry, automated feeding system, treadmill, rotarod, body temperatures, sleep, sleep disruption, blood collection, oral glucose tolerance test, IPGTT.
• Dissect adult and embryonic mouse tissues.
• Tissue processing for histology, and molecular analysis.
• Assist with cell maintenance.
• Assist with weekly inventory of lab supplies.
• Coordinate with suppliers and vendors for technical support and routine maintenance of lab equipment.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

• Minimum 2 years’ experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience required.
• Education:
  
  Bachelor's degree in Biological Sciences or related scientific discipline required. A minimum of 4 years of experience in a scientific role is required for consideration of a Bachelor's degree in a different discipline.
• Computer skills required:
  Inventory Software;
  Microsoft Office.
• Prior experience or internships in a laboratory setting.

The expected hourly pay range for this position is $21.15 to $25.00. Competitive benefits include medical, dental, vision, retirement, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, patient advocacy services, and transit/parking program.

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