Temp - Laboratory Research Assistant - San Diego, United States - Neurocrine Bioscience

Neurocrine Bioscience

Verified Company

San Diego, United States

2 weeks ago

Posted by:

Mark Lane

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Description

Who We Are:

At Neurocrine Biosciences, we pride ourselves on having a strong, inclusive, and positive culture based on our shared purpose and values.

We know what it takes to be great, and we are as passionate about our people as we are about our purpose - to relieve suffering for people with great needs, but few options.

What We Do:

Neurocrine Biosciences is a neuroscience-focused, biopharmaceutical company with a simple purpose: to relieve suffering for people with great needs, but few options.

We are dedicated to discovering and developing life-changing treatments for patients with under-addressed neurological, endocrine and psychiatric disorders.

The company's diverse portfolio includes FDA-approved treatments for tardive dyskinesia, Parkinson's disease, endometriosis* and uterine fibroids*, as well as clinical programs in multiple therapeutic areas.

For three decades, we have applied our unique insight into neuroscience and the interconnections between brain and body systems to treat complex conditions.

We relentlessly pursue medicines to ease the burden of debilitating diseases and disorders, because you deserve brave science. _*in collaboration with AbbVie_

About the Role:
Employed through a preferred contingent supplier to support projects on-site or off-site for neurocrine.

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Your Contributions (include but are not limited to):

We are looking for an enthusiastic and creative person with a passion for science and the ability to quickly learn new lab techniques
Working under the supervision of senior scientist you will assist with molecular cloning, site-directed mutagenesis, DNA gel electrophoresis and plasmid purification
You will use sterile technique during the culture of mammalian cell lines for DNA transfection and cell-based assay development

Requirements:

BA/BS in Molecular Biology, Biochemistry or other relevant discipline with strong GPA 02 years laboratory experience in molecular biology (DNA restriction digest, ligation, gel electrophorese, PCR, plasmid prep)
Mammalian cell culture experience a plus
Knowledge of antibody assays such as ELISA a plus
Experience with standard laboratory instrumentation: PCR, centrifugation, DNA quantitation, gel documentation systems, plate readers and washers, liquid handling, etc. a plus
Ability to work safely and maintain detailed documentation of experiments
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with an ability to work in a team environment

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Neurocrine Biosciences is an EEO/AA/Disability/Vets employer.