Laboratory Research Technician

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Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit

The UNC School of Medicine has a rich tradition of excellence and care. Our mission is to improve the health and wellbeing of North Carolinians, and others whom we serve. We accomplish this by providing leadership and excellence in the interrelated areas of patient care, education, and research. We strive to promote faculty, staff, and learner development in a diverse, respectful environment where our colleagues demonstrate professionalism, enhance learning, and create personal and professional sustainability. We optimize our partnership with the UNC Health System through close collaboration and commitment to service.

Position Summary

The Research Technician will execute, interpret, and report scientific experiments to achieve specific goals as directed in the Ehre Laboratory. Scientific techniques include, but are not limited to handling of human samples, biochemical analysis of specimen, maintenance of mouse colonies, microscopy, basic molecular biology procedures such as mRNA and genomic DNA extraction, and a good command of general laboratory procedures. A partial component of this position is general laboratory management including participation in daily operations including ordering and record keeping and compliance with health and safety procedures.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements

Demonstrated possession of the competencies necessary to perform the work.

Required Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience

Our ideal candidate will display a willingness to learn new techniques.

Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience

The Ehre laboratory uses a variety of scientific techniques, and experience with any/all of the following would be advantageous:

1. Mammalian cell culture

2. Molecular biology techniques, including DNA and RNA isolation, PCR and RT-PCR

3. Biochemical techniques, including Western blots and immunohistochemistry

4. Animal handling, including management of transgenic mouse colonies, genotyping, and treatment

5. Microscopy, including light , fluorescence, and electron microscopy techniques.

In addition, competency in the following computer programs is strongly preferred: Word processing, Excel, graphic and imaging software, PowerPoint, Illustrator.

Required Licenses/Certifications

Proficiency in confocal and electron microscopy is a plus.

Special Physical/Mental Requirements

Animal Handler (non-DLAM)

Campus Security Authority Responsibilities

Not Applicable.

Position/Schedule Requirements Animal Handler (non-DLAM), Evening work occasionally, Laboratory, Night work occasionally, Overtime occasionally, Weekend work occasionally Special Instructions Quick Link https://unc.peopleadmin.com/postings/276461