Research Technician I

Job Summary: An exciting opportunity is open for a Research Technician to join an HHMI laboratory at St. Jude Children's Research Hospital. The Research Technician will conduct research on structural and biochemical characterization of multiprotein machines that regulate cell division and have roles in cancer. The laboratorys goal is to understand the assembly and regulation of enzymes that control cell proliferation by a series of dynamic molecular handoffs for the protein ubiquitin. The position is ideally suited for a recent college graduate wishing to gain valuable experience in a vibrant research environment Principal Responsibilities: After initial training by a senior lab member, the Research Technician will manage a sub-project involving protein purification, multiprotein complex assembly and characterization, protein crystallization, cell culture, and possibly molecular biology Collect, record, organize and verify the accuracy of data Assist postdoctoral fellows with experiments in biochemistry, structural biology, and enzymology Contribute to lab organization and maintenance May demonstrate and explain various laboratory techniques to laboratory personnel Participate in laboratory meetings and read relevant literature Preferred Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in biochemistry, molecular biology, biology, chemistry and/or related field Good analytical, communication, record-keeping and organizational skills Lab experience and a background in biochemistry or molecular biology is highly desirable Able to learn complex tasks with general instruction Self-motivated Must be able to work independently, and also as a team player, interacting effectively within a large group Additional Information: Please include a cover letter and three reference names with their email address or phone number with your resume. Please include the job title in the subject line. To Apply To apply for this position, please email or send your resume to: Brenda A. Schulman, PhD Investigator St Jude Children's Research Hospital Dept. of Structural Biology MS #311 262 Danny Thomas Place Memphis, Tennessee 38105 E-mail: Brenda.schulman@stjude.org