Research Assistant, Senior, Molecular Physiology and Biophysics

Vanderbilt University - Nashville, TN

Full-time - Entry Level

Nashville, TN

Educational Services

About the position

The Senior Research Assistant position in the Molecular Physiology and Biophysics department at Vanderbilt University focuses on integrating protein structure knowledge with advanced spectroscopic methods to develop mechanistic models of functional dynamics. The role involves utilizing state-of-the-art instrumentation to uncover relationships between molecular properties and disease-linked variants, contributing to rational drug design strategies.

Responsibilities

• Design and execute independent research
• Apply molecular biology techniques to generate novel DNA constructs of target genes
• Express, purify and characterize recombinant proteins
• Carry out EPR spectroscopy analysis and build molecular models
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements

• Master's degree in chemistry, biology, or a related field
• Experience in molecular biology and cell culture
• Experience in protein chemistry
• Experience in EPR spectroscopy