Research Specialist I at Princeton University in Princeton, NJ

Summary: Princeton University is seeking a Research Specialist I for the Lewis-Sigler Institute for Integrative Genomics to manage the African turquoise killifish colony across research laboratories. This role involves maintaining the colony, organizing resources, and supporting research in molecular biology and genetics. Responsibilities: - Maintenance and husbandry of African killifish colony and aquatic housing system - Maintain accurate & complete record of fish inventory morbidity/mortality reports, water parameters, feeding times, and breeding - Set up breeding tanks, collect fish embryos, hatch developed embryos - Perform complex lab procedures (tail clips & genotyping) - Coordination of time and resources across multiple research teams - Participation in group meetings - Perform other duties as assigned Required Qualifications: - A bachelor's degree in biology or related field - At least one year of lab research experience is required - Excellent organizational skills and flexibility to handle multiple tasks simultaneously - Strong attention to detail, and the ability to maintain a meticulous daily laboratory notebook - Ability to work as part of a team - Ability to lift and move a minimum of 30 pounds - Computer experience to maintain breeding records and other documents preferred - Ability to work in a pathogen-free environment using established procedures Preferred Qualifications: - Vertebrate animal husbandry experience Required Skills: Biology degree, Lab research experience Important Skills: Vertebrate husbandry, Pathogen-free procedures Nice-to-Have Skills: Computer experience Benefits: Full benefits package, Comprehensive benefit program