Research Technician II

Duke Careers•Durham, NC

2d•$19 - $29•Onsite

About The Position

The Department of Surgery is seeking a detail-oriented scientist to fulfill a key role as Research Technician II. This role involves conducting advanced laboratory research by performing physical, chemical, and biological experiments to generate and analyze data. The person compiles results, draws preliminary conclusions, and collaborates with a principal investigator to plan experiments and refine procedures. A competitive salary and benefits package will be provided according to the Duke University School of Medicine guidelines.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in botany, biology, zoology, psychology or other directly related scientific field.
No experience required above education/training requirement. OR AN EQUIVALENT COMBINATION OF RELEVANT EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE
Must be able to manage multiple rapidly changing priorities and quickly learn new skills
Must be detail-oriented and well organized with strong communication skills and the ability to work in a fast-paced interactive team environment.

Nice To Haves

Background in laboratory techniques, experience with cell culture and infectious material is a plus.
Two years of research experience or equivalent combination of relevant education and experience.

Responsibilities

Perform a variety of complex technical duties involved in conducting physical, chemical, biological and other research laboratory tests, experiments and determinations to obtain data for research purposes; compile, analyze, document and draw tentative conclusions from experimental results.
Confer with principal investigator to review work assignments and develop plans for research experiments; make minor modifications to existing laboratory procedures and techniques to meet the needs of the particular equipment as required.
Review laboratory methods manual, scientific journals, abstracts and other literature for information applicable to research experiments.
Determine and set up instruments, material and apparatus and operate laboratory equipment required for specific tests.
Obtain, prepare, mount and stain tissue, blood and other substances for microscopic examination.
Prepare culture media, chemicals, reagents and solutions.
Maintain sufficient inventory of material, supplies and equipment for performance of duties; clean and maintain laboratory equipment.
Review work of lower level laboratory personnel within designated areas and assist in training new personnel.
Perform other related duties incidental to the work described herein.