Research Senior Technician
About The Position
The Research Senior Technician assists and supports scientific investigation of microbiota-gut-brain communication using zebrafish in the Department of Neuroscience. The technician independently conducts assigned experiments and performs molecular, cellular, and biological research techniques and procedures, including PCR reactions, gel electrophoresis, assays, cell cultures, and Northern and Western analysis. The role also involves processing tissue and blood samples, evaluating procedures and data, maintaining laboratory records and supplies, and supporting research reporting and publications. The technician assists with training junior research staff and students, sets up and operates laboratory equipment, monitors research supplies and specimens, and initiates procurement requests as needed. The position is regular, scheduled for 40 hours, and works first shift at the Biomedical Research Tower.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.
- Relevant experience requirements vary by education: 4 years with a high school diploma or GED, 2 years with an associate's degree, or 0 years with a bachelor's degree.
- Ability to translate, adapt, and apply academic or practical knowledge in conducting biological or health science research.
Responsibilities
- Assist and support scientific investigation of microbiota-gut-brain communication using zebrafish.
- Independently conduct assigned experiments.
- Perform molecular, cellular, and biological research techniques and procedures, including PCR reactions, gel electrophoresis, assays, cell cultures, and Northern and Western analysis.
- Sort and process tissue and blood samples.
- Test and evaluate current procedures.
- Perform routine procedures on lab animals.
- Record, consolidate, and assist with analysis of research results.
- Assist in evaluating the validity of data obtained from experimental procedures.
- Summarize data for grant proposals and manuscripts and prepare research progress reports.
- Assist the principal investigator with preparing publications, manuscripts, articles, posters, and abstracts.
- Conduct library research on requested topics by researching current literature.
- Oversee and maintain accurate records of laboratory activities.
- Assist in training junior research staff and undergraduate and graduate students in research methods and equipment operation.
- Set up and operate laboratory equipment.
- Monitor research supplies, including specimens and inventory, and initiate procurement requests as needed.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
