Research Technician, Biochemistry, Folkmann Lab

About the Work Unit

• The Folkmann Lab in the Department of Biochemistry at Vanderbilt University studies the function, structure, and regulation of biomolecular condensates.
• These macroscopic structures spatially organize biological functions and biochemical reactions within the cell.
• The lab is particularly interested in understanding how biomolecular condensates contribute to proper animal embryogenesis and development.
• To investigate these mechanisms, the lab uses multidisciplinary approaches including biochemistry, biophysics, genome editing, cell biology, single-molecule imaging, and super-resolution imaging.
• The research team includes faculty, undergraduate students, and graduate students. Key

Functions

and

Expected

• Performances: Assist in Research and Development
• Preparation of buffers and reagents
• Writing and updating laboratory protocols
• Production of DNA vectors for protein expression
• Overexpression and purification of proteins from bacterial and insect cells for biophysical characterization

Use biophysical methods to characterize interactions of proteins
Use microscopy approaches to characterize cellular phenomena and biochemical reactions
Collecting and assembling research data for presentation and/or reports

Participating in weekly meetings to discuss project progress

Lab space maintenance

Assists with orders and maintenance of inventory and supplies
Other tasks as directed by the supervisor
Supervisory

Relationships : No supervisory responsibilities The position reports administratively and functionally to the PI. Education

and

Certifications: A Bachelor’s degree in cellular biology, molecular biology, biochemistry, or a related field from an accredited institution of higher education
is necessary
.
Experience

and

Skills
:
Ability to follow established lab protocols and maintain accurate research records
is required.
Ability to perform all basic calculations related to buffer composition (Molarity, dilution factor, etc.)
is required
.
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
is required.
Previous lab research experience
is preferred.