Research Technician II

The University of Arizona • Tucson, AZ

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The R. Ken Coit College of Pharmacy is inviting applicants to apply for the position of Research Technician II in the lab of Dr. Xinxin Ding in the department of Pharmacology and Toxicology. This position will support biological research conducted by senior researchers. The work will mainly include performing assays for the detection and quantification of biological molecules in tissue samples. The results will help with understanding how environmental chemicals cause tissue injury. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Requirements

• Ability to work with rodents.
• Knowledge of biological sciences.
• High school diploma or equivalent, or equivalent learning attained through experience may be required.
• Minimum of 3 years of relevant experience, or equivalent combination of education and work experience.

Nice To Haves

• BS or higher in biological sciences.
• Experience with assaying, immunoblotting, and PCR.

Responsibilities

• Perform antibody-based or enzyme activity-based assays using assay kits, to include initiating reactions, monitoring reactions, measuring products, calculating rate or amounts.
• Perform immunoblot analysis of protein expression, to include optimizing conditions, preparing reagents, performing immunoblotting and densitometry, and calculating amounts.
• Collect mouse tissue samples for analysis.
• Conduct gene expression analysis, to include cDNA Synthesis, Amplification & Detection using PCR.

Benefits

• health, dental, and vision insurance plans
• life insurance and disability programs
• paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays
• U of A/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members
• retirement plans
• access to U of A recreation and cultural activities

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED