Applications are invited for a Faculty Assistant position at the Institute for Bioscience and Biotechnology Research (IBBR)/University of Maryland in Rockville, MD. Duties include cloning and recombinant protein expression in bacteria and yeast, as well as purification of proteins. Experience with mammalian cell culture is preferred. Duties also include use of analytical instrumentation such as flow cytometer, plate reader, and mass-spec, recording and documenting results, maintaining lab environment, and ordering supplies and materials.

IBBR (www.ibbr.umd.edu) is a premier research institute focused on the structural and quantitative biological characterization of complex protein structure/function relationships and bio-molecular engineering and testing of novel products or platforms targeting prevention or treatment of conditions of human disease and intervention. IBBR operates state-of-the-art facilities located in the heart of the biotechnology corridor in Rockville, Maryland. The Institute is a joint research enterprise between the University of Maryland and the National Institute of Standards and Technology and has an outstanding group of scientists and engineers with long-standing track records in basic and translational research.

Minimum Qualifications: B.A./B.S. in Biochemistry, Biotechnology, Microbiology, Molecular Biology, or related field.

Applications: Applicants should send their CV, Cover letter and names/contact information of three references to: https://ejobs.umd.edu/postings/67738

Closing Date: Review of candidates will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

The University of Maryland, College Park, an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws and regulations regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, age, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, creed, marital status, political affiliation, personal appearance, or on the basis of rights secured by the First Amendment, in all aspects of employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.