The McBride Lab at Princeton University (http://mcbridelab.princeton.edu)
is looking for a lab technician to support research on mosquito behavior,
genetics, and evolution starting in mid/late summer 2025. The technician
will devote ~70% of their time to a specific research project and
the remaining ~30% time to general maintenance and lab support. The
technician will be welcomed as a full lab member, attending journal
clubs and lab meetings and contributing to a dynamic and interactive lab
atmosphere. This is an opportunity to become deeply involved in exciting
research at the interface of evolution, genetics, and neuroscience
and is well-suited for a recent college graduate looking for more
experience/focus before graduate school.

Research project activities may include:

- Mosquito breeding and behavioral experiments
- Generation of transgenic strains using CRISPR/Cas9
- Molecular biology studies including DNA/RNA extraction, PCR, cloning

Essential Qualifications:

The interested candidate should have a bachelor's degree in biology or
related field and previous experience in a research laboratory (beyond lab
classes). Previous experience rearing insects, studying behavior, and/or
carrying out molecular biology protocols in a research setting is strongly
preferred. A demonstrated interest in evolution, neuroscience, genomics
and/or behavior is also preferred. It is essential that candidates be
highly organized, detail-oriented, and demonstrate enthusiasm for working
and communicating with others in a collaborative lab setting.

Princeton University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified
applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to
age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or
expression, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status,
or any other characteristic protected by law.

Contact Lindy McBride at csm7@princeton.edu with questions or email a
cover letter/resume to apply.

Lindy McBride <csm7@princeton.edu>

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