Research Assistant – Price Lab

Job description

The Wistar Institute has an opening for a full-time Research Assistant to join the laboratory of Dr. Alexander Price. Research in the Price lab focuses on the cellular RNA processing events hijacked by DNA tumor viruses such as Epstein-Barr virus and Adenovirus. Example research projects include investigating how viruses regulate expression of their own genes, detection of viral RNA by the cellular innate immune system, and perturbation of cellular RNA processing during viral infection. Duties and responsibilities: Duties will include interfacing with vendors, ordering supplies, lab organization, performing experiments, and data analysis. Techniques you will learn include human cell culture, RNA sequencing, third generation long-read sequencing technologies, and strong fundamentals in molecular biology utilizing human viruses. Education requirements: A bachelor’s degree (or equivalent combination of education and experience) in a science related field is required. The candidate will work closely with the PI and receive all necessary training to safely and correctly complete research goals. Specific Knowledge, Skills, or other Qualifications: General molecular biology lab techniques...