Research Technician at Rockefeller University
The Ruta Lab at Rockefeller University is seeking a highly motivated Research Technician to support cutting-edge studies on insect olfactory receptors. This role offers hands-on experience with molecular biology, structural biology, biochemistry, cryo-EM, and functional assays. The Research Jobs provide ideal opportunities for candidates planning to pursue a PhD or graduate program and looking for two years of rigorous, mentorship-driven laboratory experience in a world-class scientific environment.
Job Details:
- Position: Research Technician
- Lab: Laboratory of Neurophysiology & Behavior (Dr. Vanessa Ruta)
- Location: Rockefeller University, 1230 York Avenue, New York, NY 10065
- Type: Full-time
- Job Requisition ID: R-3904
- Compensation Range: $19.24 โ $24.09 โ $31.29 per hour
- Funding: HHMI, NIAID, Gates Foundation
About the Company:
The Rockefeller University is a world-renowned biomedical research institution dedicated to advancing science for the benefit of humanity. The Ruta Lab applies a multidisciplinary approach to understand odor detection and neural algorithms in insects. The broader Rockefeller community, along with the Tri-Institutional campus, provides an enriching scientific environment. Howard Hughes Medical Institute (HHMI) supports this position, offering exceptional benefits, training resources, and career development opportunities.
Educational Requirements for the Research Technician Role:
- Bachelorโs degree or higher in biochemistry, structural biology, or a related field
- Experience with molecular biology techniques (PCR, cloning) required
- Familiarity with tissue culture and protein biochemistry preferred
- Exposure to cryo-EM is an added advantage
- Commitment to at least 2 years of full-time research
Key Responsibilities of the Research Technician:
- Conduct molecular biology work including mutagenesis, cloning, and plasmid design
- Perform membrane protein biochemistry such as expression, purification, and characterization
- Execute functional assays including Caยฒโบ imaging, electrophysiology, and in vivo studies
- Carry out structural biology workflows including cryo-EM, model building, and simulations
- Operate high-throughput systems (plate readers, flow cytometry, sequencing)
- Design, execute, and analyze experiments
- Support lab operations, maintenance, and collaborative scientific efforts
- Contribute conceptually to project development
Skills Required for the Research Technician Role:
- Strong organizational and time-management skills
- Excellent communication and teamwork abilities
- Proactive, problem-solving mindset
- Ability to learn new techniques quickly
- Familiarity with tissue culture, cell transfection, and protein chemistry
- Ability to work safely with chemicals, vapors, and lab equipment
- Dexterity and physical capability to handle lab tasks and small equipment
How to Apply?
Candidates interested for the Research Jobs should prepare a single PDF containing:
- Cover letter with research interests and career goals
- CV with technical skills
- Names and contact details of at least two references
Applications must be submitted through the official Rockefeller University or HHMI Workday portal.
