Senior Research Support Specialist

Required Qualifications (as evidenced by an attached resume): Bachelor's degree (foreign equivalent or higher) in biomedical sciences or a related field. Two (2) years of research experience in a laboratory setting. Experience in genetics, molecular and/or cell biology. Preferred Qualifications: Experience in Genetics/Biochemistry/Cell Biology/Developmental biology. Competent in Drosophila genetics, Dissection, immunostaining and confocal microscopy, molecular biology (PCR, cloning, and site-directed mutagenesis, RT-PCR). Experience with mammalian cell culture and imaging with confocal microscopy. Experience with expression (E. coli, yeast, and mammalian cells) and purification of proteins. Proficient in scientific writing. Brief Description of Duties: The Mistra laboratory at Stony Brook is looking for Senior Research Support Specialist to join our starting group. Our NIH/ funded research is centered on growth regulation by Hippo signaling during Drosophila development as well as cancer. We use Drosophila developmental genetics, cell biology and biochemistry to address these questions. Substantial training will be provided for techniques. The applicant should have the ability to demonstrate professional competence in research activities. Working under general supervision in support of the Misra Laboratory for Dr. Mistra in the Department of Pharmacology, the incumbent will operate equipment, carry out test procedures as well as collate and interpret data using special methods. Duties: Develop, monitor, coordinate and manage activities to maintain effective operation of the program. Maintain Drosophila stocks, setup genetic crosses, perform dissections, immunostaining, and confocal microscopy. Perform Drosophila cell culture with sterile techniques. Perform biochemical analysis through Western Blotting etc. Molecular cloning, RNA and DNA preparation, and purification of recombinant protein from E.coli, insect cells. Data analysis and participate in manuscript writing for publication; may assist in grant writing. Procurement. Maintain laboratory reagents and equipment. Perform other duties as assigned such as training new personnel. Other duties as assigned. Special Notes: The Research Foundation of SUNY is a private educational corporation. Employment is subject to the Research Foundation policies and procedures, sponsor guidelines and the availability of funding. FLSA Exempt position, not eligible for the overtime provisions of the FLSA. Minimum salary threshold must be met to maintain FLSA exemption. For this position, we are unable to sponsor candidates for work visas. Resume/CV and cover letter should be included with the online application. Stony Brook University is committed to excellence in diversity and the creation of an inclusive learning, and working environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, pregnancy, familial status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status and all other protected classes under federal or state laws. If you need a disability-related accommodation, please call the university Office of Equity and Access (OEA) at or visit OEA. In accordance with the Title II Crime Awareness and Security Act a copy of our crime statistics can be viewed here. Visit our WHY WORK HERE page to learn about the total rewards we offer. SUNY Research Foundation: A Great Place to Work. The starting salary range (or hiring range) to be offered for this position is noted below, it represents SBU's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. '578626