Research Assistant I/II at MBL – Microbial Ecology and Imaging

Research Assistant I/II – Microbial Ecology and Imaging

Summary: The lab of Dr. Jessica Mark Welch in the Bay Paul Center (https://www.mbl.edu/jbpc/staff/jmarkwelch/) at the Marine Biological Laboratory is seeking a Research Assistant to join our team studying the genomics and spatial organization of microbial communities in the human mouth. The project involves bioinformatics as well as fluorescence spectral imaging microscopy and computational image analysis.

Additional information: Goals of the project are to study the micron-scale spatial organization of microbial communities under various culture conditions and in samples from the mouth, and to study the genomes and distribution of oral microbes using metagenomics and pangenomics. Responsibilities of the position may include bioinformatics; microscopy; image analysis; sample preparation including maintenance of bacterial cultures; and general lab organization and maintenance.

Basic qualifications:   Applicants must hold a B.A. or B.S. in natural sciences or mathematics and must have research experience and strong attention to detail.  This position requires the individual to work occasionally at night or on weekends in order to meet deadlines. Position level and salary will depend on education and experience.

Physical requirements:   Fine motor skills and willingness to work with potentially biohazardous materials and standard laboratory chemicals including fixatives and solvents.

To apply, please submit the following items on the MBL Careers site. Required Documents:

(1) a cover letter describing your interests, skills, and prior research experience

(2) a curriculum vitae/resume

(3) the names and contact numbers of three persons who can be contacted as references.