RESEARCH ASSISTANT I - Antibody & Recombinant Protein Core Facility
Company: Scripps Research
Location: San Diego
Posted on: April 1, 2026
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Job Description:
ABOUT US: Scripps Research is a nonprofit biomedical institute
ranked as one of the most influential in the world for its impact
on innovation. We celebrated our 100-year legacy in 2024. This
significant milestone marks a century of seminal discoveries in
immunology, infectious diseases (such as COVID-19, flu, HIV),
neuroscience, heart disease, cancer, and more. Located in La Jolla,
California, the institute houses six research departments, multiple
Nobel laureates, a top-ranked graduate school and a leading
postdoctoral training program. Scripps Research encompasses two
elite and highly innovative institutes, the Calibr-Skaggs Institute
for Innovative Medicines and Scripps Research Translational
Institute, which merge foundational studies in biology, chemistry
and computer science with translational science to produce
pioneering drugs and advances in digital and precision medicine.
Together, we cultivate new scientific leaders and expand the
frontiers of knowledge to deliver medical breakthroughs impacting
human health around the globe. If you have a passion for making a
difference, this could be your opportunity to join our
transformative team. POSITION TITLE: Research Assistant I POSITION
SUMMARY: We provide high quality antibodies and proteins for the
Scripps Research community to use as diagnostic tools and
therapeutic reagents in their research studies. We work closely
with investigators to form a plan of action specific to their
needs, allowing us to take a customizable approach to their
antibody and recombinant protien production and purification needs.
Work under general supervision, independently and in collaboration
with others perform research and conduct a wide variety of standard
laboratory procedures for projects; analyze data and interpret
results; investigate, troubleshoot, and modify methods and
procedures as necessary; may assist in designing experiments; may
provide routine equipment maintenance as well as guidance/training
to other department personnel; perform other related duties, tasks
and responsibilities as required or assigned. RESPONSIBLITIES AND
DUTIES: Work under general supervision. Assistance given for
unusual problems and normally reviewed for application of sound
professional judgement Ability to independently conduct a wide
variety of standard laboratory techniques/procedures. Some ability
to use judgement when necessary to adapt standard methods and
techniques. Receive instructions on specific assignment objectives,
complex features, and possible solutions. May provide
interpretation and initial analyses of results. Limited ability to
troubleshoot and modify procedures. May assist in designing
experiments to complete a segment of overall research plan. Details
of established essential functions for this position will be
addressed/discussed during the interview process. REQUIREMENTS:
Requires a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant scientific discipline or
an equivalent combination of education, training and/or experience
from which comparable knowledge, skill and abilities have been
attained. Requires 1-3 years experience. Candidates possessing a
Master’s degree, 0-2 years experience required. Experience and
skillset in mammalian cell culture, transient transfection, protein
purification (Affinity, Size Exclusion), ELISA, and SDS-PAGE is
preferred. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: This position works in a
laboratory or vivarium environment. Details of established
essential functions for this position will be addressed/discussed
during the interview process. COMPENSATION: The expected hiring
range for this position is $20.67 to $25.06 per hour, commensurate
with experience. Consideration will be given to experience that
exceeds the listed requirements. COMPREHENSIVE BENEFITS INCLUDE:
Employer Contributed Retirement Plan – Depending on eligibility,
employees receive an employer contributed retirement plan (no
employee contribution required) and the option to contribute to a
403(b) using your own pre or post-tax dollars. Full Suite of Health
and Welfare plans including four medical plan options (including an
HSA available option), dental, vision, life insurance, disability,
EAP and more Access to Flexible Spending Accounts
(Medical/Dependent Care) Competitive vacation and sick leave
policies Free, on-site parking The above statements describe the
level of work performed and expected in general terms. The
statements are not intended to list all the responsibilities,
duties and/or skills required of employees so classified, and the
content herein is subject to change due to the business needs of
Scripps Research, with or without notice. Furthermore, nothing in
this job description shall be interpreted to be in conflict with or
to eliminate or modify in any way the employment-at-will status of
Scripps Research staff. EEO STATEMENT: The Scripps Research
Institute is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We promote diversity of
thought, culture and background in the fields of science. All
qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive
consideration for employment without regard to race, color,
religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national
origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally
protected characteristic or status.
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