Senior Research Technician

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Job Title:

Senior Research Technician

Department:

Medicine | IM Hematology

Research Assistant B/H to assist and support scientific investigation to study cancer as directed in the Comprehensive Cancer Center.

Responsibilities Include:

• Independently conducts assigned experiments

• Performs a variety of molecular, cellular, and biological research techniques and procedures including PCR reactions, gel electrophoresis, assays, cell cultures and Northern and Western analysis

• Sorts and processes tissue and blood samples; tests and evaluates current procedures

• Performs routine procedures on lab animals

• Records, consolidates and assists with analysis of research results

• Assists in evaluating validity of data obtained from experimental procedures

• Summarizes data for inclusion in grant proposals and manuscripts

• Prepares research progress reports

• Assists principal investigator with the preparation of publications, manuscripts, articles, posters, and abstracts

• Conducts library research on requested topics through researching current literature

• Oversees and maintains accurate records of laboratory activities; assists with training of junior research staff, and undergraduate and graduate students in research methods and equipment operation

• Sets up and operates laboratory equipment

• Monitors research supply, including specimens, inventory and initiates procurement requests as needed.

Minimum Qualifications:

• A Bachelors degree in a biological/health science or an equivalent combination of education and experience is required.

• Experience with Flow Cytometry and/or animal experience highly desired.

• Ability to translate, adapt and apply academic or practical knowledge in the conduct of biological/health science research is required.

• Requires successful completion of a background check.

• Qualified candidates may be requested to complete a pre-employment physical including a drug screen.

Additional Information:

Location:

Biomedical Research Tower (0112)

Position Type:

Regular

Scheduled Hours:

40

Shift:

First Shift

Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check. A drug screen or physical may be required during the post offer process.

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