Core Research Facility Technician II

University of Florida•Gainesville, FL

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Core Research Facility Technician II supports biobanking of human tissue, histology and sample distribution performed at the Network for Pancreatic Organ Donors with Diabetes’ (nPOD) and the Cardiovascular Repository for Type 1 Diabetes (CaRe-T1D) Organ Processing and Pathology Core (OPPC) within the Department of Pathology, Immunology and Laboratory Medicine. This position will perform complex procedures and techniques to support OPPC functions.

Requirements

High school diploma and 3 years of relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
High attention to detail and problem-solving skills
High proficiency in MS Office, especially Access and Excel
Ability to maintain accurate records and inventories
Interpersonal/human relations skills

Nice To Haves

BA/BS in related scientific field
Experience working with human tissue, DNA / RNA extraction, and cell isolation
Histology experience working with human tissue such as pancreas, heart, kidney, lymph nodes, spleen and others

Responsibilities

Perform case processing including receipt of tissue, scanning in microCT scanner, gross and fine dissection, tissue fixation, freezing, cell isolation, and sample storage.
Provide on-call tissue grossing support for the nPOD and CARE-T1D programs.
Respond to sample requests.
Assist with sample archiving and retrieval for distribution.
Operate multiple laboratory information management systems for sample tracking and histology.
Assist in coordinating sample distributions and sample inventory management.
Assist with generating and collecting data.
Slide scanning for Online Pathology systems and slide archival.
Assist with routine lab maintenance including ordering calibrating and checking equipment for proper function.
Assist with periodic preventative maintenance on Core instruments.
Troubleshoot equipment failures and arrange for or help with repairs.
Review scientific literature to maintain and further understanding of Core technologies.
Reviews facility use data for reports.
Edit and write SOPs.
Other duties as assigned.