Laboratory Technician I - La Jolla, United States - Salk Institute for Biological Studies

Salk Institute for Biological Studies
Salk Institute for Biological Studies
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La Jolla, United States

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SUMMARY:


With the guidance and direction from senior level lab staff, the Lab Technician I position is responsible to perform tasks and experiments in support of academic research projects.

Responsibilities may include DNA extraction, nuclei isolation, genotyping and phenotyping plants as well as creating sequencing libraries. May also be involved in fluorescence microscopy of tissue sections.


DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:


  • Library prep for various omics platforms.
  • Growing and maintaining plant lines.
  • Various forms of DNA extraction including CTAB.
  • Bisulfite and Longread sequence library preparation.
  • Optimizing RNA probe protocols.
  • Tissue sectioning. Advanced techniques for manual tracing of plant cells in fixed tissues and imaging.
  • Prepare standard media and solutions.
  • Perform weekly inventory of lab supplies.
  • Stock and organize incoming lab supplies
  • Performs other related duties as assigned

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:


  • This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

QUALIFICATIONS:


  • No experience required.
  • High School Diploma or equivalent work experience

PREFERRED:


  • Understands operation of basic lab equipment.
  • Ability to perform routine, repetitive functions.
  • After initial instruction, ability to follow directions and perform repetitive tasks.
  • Ability to communicate required information and keep accurate records of work performed.
  • Proven ability to work both independently and also as part of a collaborative team.
  • Excellent communication skills, both oral and written.
  • Strong interpersonal skills, including tact, diplomacy, and flexibility.
  • Demonstrated ability to interact effectively with diverse groups. Demonstrated skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with personnel at all levels.

SALK VALUES:

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Integrity
  • Guides our moral compass and underpins our every action. We do what is right in all situations for no other reason than because it is right. We uphold honesty and ethical behavior and make good on our commitments. We understand that words and deeds matter and that integrity leads to trust.
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Community:


  • Enables us to harness the power of our collective talents. We work together towards common goals. We recognize the importance of diversity where everyone's ideas, identities, backgrounds, and perspectives are valued and pave the paths that propel us forward. We understand our pioneering role in the broader scientific community and take pride in our efforts to have a positive impact on the world.

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Accountability
  • Keeps us focused, and keeps us honest. We are responsible not only for our own success, but the success of our teams and the entire Institute. We consider how the actions we take and the decisions we make in our own work may impact others.

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Respect
  • Creates the foundation of trust and brings out the best in us all. We value the experiences, identities, and feelings of those we work with, regardless of their position or their relationship to us. We provide feedback in a constructive manner, use appropriate language, and allow others to share their thoughts and ideas without fear of ridicule.

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Empowerment
  • Amplifies all voices and inspires the pursuit of greatness. We lift each other up, enabling us to grow continuously and live to our fullest potential. We support the expression of ideas, encourage selfadvocacy, inspire confidence and recognize that an environment of mutual respect is critical to our collective success.

COMPETENCIES:

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Adaptability
  • Adapts to changes in the work environment; Manages competing demands; Changes approach or method to best fit the situation; Able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.

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Analytical
  • Synthesizes complex or diverse information; Collects and researches data; Uses intuition and experience to complement data; Designs work flows and procedures.

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Attendance/Punctuality
  • Is consistently at work and on time; Ensures work responsibilities are covered when absent; Arrives at meetings and appointments on time.

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Customer Service
  • Manages difficult or emotional customer situations; Responds promptly to customer needs; Solicits customer feedback to improve service; Responds to requests for service and assistance; Meets commitments.

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Dependability
  • Follows instructions, responds to management direction; Takes responsibility for own actions; Keeps commitments; Commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals; Completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan.

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Initiative
  • Volunteers readily; Undertakes selfdevelopment activities; Seeks increased responsibilities; Takes independent actions and calculated risks; Looks for and takes advantage of opportunities; Asks for and offers help when needed.

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Interpersonal Skills
  • Focuses on solving conflict, not blaming; Maintains confidentiality; Listens to others without interrupting; Ke
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