Research Assistant Job at Boyce Thompson Institute for Plant Research, Ithaca, NY

WkFEemhrMk5IdnZCY1AwWkUzaXlybHoydFE9PQ==
  • Boyce Thompson Institute for Plant Research
  • Ithaca, NY

Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Description:

A Research Assistant position is available at the Boyce Thompson Institute for Plant Research, Ithaca, New York, to support research investigating the regulation of tomato fruit development by applying biochemistry, cell biology and genetic approaches.

The responsibilities of this position include:

· Perform molecular biology laboratory techniques such as DNA/RNA extractions, PCR, plasmid construction.

· Tomato tissue collection and preparation for histological and microscopy analysis.

· Carry out experiments for protein expression and purification.

· Care and maintenance of tomato plants in the greenhouse. This includes fruit tagging and collection, plant pruning and seed collection.

· Help with general lab maintenance tasks such as preparing buffers and reagents, maintaining laboratory equipment and record keeping.

Please send a brief cover letter detailing experience, a curriculum vitae, and names of two references to Dr. Carmen Catalá (cc283@cornell.edu) ( Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.

Requirements:

B.S. degree in Plant Biology, Biochemistry/Molecular Biology, Plant Genetics or related field. Knowledge of standard laboratory equipment and reagent preparation is required and experience with some or all of the research methods mentioned above will be preferable.

Job Tags

Immediate start,

Similar Jobs

Carnivore Style

Virtual Recruiter Job at Carnivore Style

 ...Virtual Recruiter include sourcing potential candidates through online channels, conducting virtual interviews, and managing the...  ...experience as a Recruiter (either an in-house recruiter or a staffing agency recruiter). Solid ability to conduct different types of interviews... 

Atlas

Project Manager- Pharma Job at Atlas

 ...Position Overview: We are building a pipeline of experienced Project Managers with strong backgrounds in the pharmaceutical industry. Candidates may come from either business or IT functions but must demonstrate the ability to lead cross-functional projects within a... 

VitalCore Health Strategies

Administrative Assistant Job at VitalCore Health Strategies

 ...industry leader in Correctional Health Care has openings for a Part-Time Administrative Assistant and a Full-Time Administrative...  ...for their skills, experience, and unique perspectives. Compensation details: 23-23 Hourly Wage PIe47d673ac17e-30492-37594028... 

Blinds To Go

Ecommerce and Digital Marketing Manager Job at Blinds To Go

 ...Ecommerce and Digital Marketing Manager Key member of the digital marketing team, Ecommerce and Digital Marketing Manager works with...  ...help identify opportunities for growth and enhancing companys online presence. Key Responsibilities Review, analyze, and interpret... 

Eastridge Workforce Solutions

Recruiter Job at Eastridge Workforce Solutions

 ...POSITION TITLE: Recruiter LOCATION: Massachusetts (Hybrid; combination of remote work and on-site visits to client locations in Devens and Westboro) COMPENSATION: $55,000 - $60,000 GENERAL JOB DESCRIPTION: Our team is looking for a Recruiter for a long-term...