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The Nemours Children's Biomedical Research group located in Orlando, FL is seeking talented Research Assistants to join our group.

The Research Assistant performs a primary research role in the laboratory and conducts technical aspects of original research for both internally and externally funded projects. Candidates must be able to work in a dynamic research environment as part of a diverse research team, and accurately perform experiments using a range of molecular biological, biochemical and cell biological techniques under the direction of Senior Research Associates, the Lab Manager, and the Principal Investigator. This position works with project leads to troubleshoot problems and develop solutions to technical problems of low to moderate scope using independent thinking, literature, and colleagues as resources. Reports regularly to the project supervisor to discuss experimental results, participates in team meetings, and receives direction from supervisor as needed.

Qualifications:

• B.S. in Biology/CellBiology/Biochemistry/Biotechnology (or equivalent field) plus 3 years of relevant experience required.
• Candidates should have experience in mammalian cell culture, general molecular biology techniques (nucleic acid extraction, real-time quantitative PCR, protein extraction and immunoblot analysis), and cell biology techniques.
• Experience with animal research, virology, and flow cytometry is a plus.
• Must have experience using Microsoft Office computer programs and interactive web-based research databases (PubMed, NCBI, etc.).