Research Technician II- Forti Lab

Children's Hospital of Philadelphia•Philadelphia, PA

7d•$43,900 - $54,800

About The Position

This entry-level research technical role participates in planned research projects by performing research protocols, experimental procedures, and other laboratory tasks under direct supervision. The technician may occasionally exercise minimal discretion and judgment in conducting and interpreting experiments and their data. Dr. Forti Lab at the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia Research Institute is recruiting a Research Technician to support the development and preclinical validation of non-invasive optical technologies for monitoring brain physiology after traumatic brain injury (TBI). The technician will work with Dr. Forti, postdoctoral fellows, students, and collaborators on an NIH-funded project using advanced diffuse optical technologies to measure cerebral blood flow, oxygenation, metabolism, and tissue water in a translational animal model of pediatric TBI. The position offers hands-on experience in biomedical engineering, neuroscience, medical-device development, and translational research. Depending on experience and interest, the technician may also contribute to optical instrumentation development, scientific programming and data analysis, and preparation of conference abstracts and scientific publications.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
At least one year of related classroom experience or successful completion of a technical training program (e.g., Wistar, WPSI) and research laboratory experience.
Intermediate understanding of laboratory procedures, protocols, and equipment.
Basic exposure to laboratory-specific experiments, techniques, and scientific analysis.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Excellent organizational skills.
Solid critical-thinking and problem-solving skills.
Solid analytical skills.

Nice To Haves

Associate's degree.
Bachelor's degree.
At least two years of related classroom experience or successful completion of a technical training program (e.g., Wistar, WPSI) and research laboratory experience.
Interest or experience in optical instrumentation development, scientific programming and data analysis, or preparation of conference abstracts and scientific publications.

Responsibilities

Assist with optical measurements during in vivo large-animal experiments.
Prepare, operate, and troubleshoot optical instrumentation and experimental equipment.
Support instrument characterization, calibration, and validation using tissue-simulating optical phantoms.
Record experimental procedures and results, and maintain organized laboratory and study documentation.
Assist with preliminary data processing and prepare figures and experimental summaries.
Maintain research equipment, supplies, laboratory workspaces, solutions, and reagents; dispose of specimens, media, and other materials using appropriate procedures.
Contribute to the development and documentation of standard operating procedures and experimental protocols.
Perform routine tests and experiments under the direction of the principal investigator, supervisor, or designee.
Perform research procedures on experimental samples as directed.
Record and check experiments and results for completeness and accuracy; perform calculations and maintain appropriate logs and lab notebooks.
Perform tasks requiring familiarity with fundamental techniques and laboratory equipment.
Assist with planning specific research protocols and procedures, and may coordinate schedules of tests and procedures.
Attend laboratory meetings, seminars, and courses to expand knowledge of research and laboratory techniques; participate in other research activities.
Compile and help analyze data, and prepare charts, graphs, and study results as directed.
Conduct literature searches as directed.
Depending on experience and interest, contribute to optical instrumentation development, scientific programming and data analysis, and preparation of conference abstracts and scientific publications.