Research Technician

Temple University•Philadelphia, PA

About The Position

Temple University's School of Medicine is hiring a Research Technician for a grant-funded position in an active research laboratory studying cell cycle regulation in mammalian normal and cancer cells. Under the direction of the PI, the technician will work with human and animal cell lines and primary cells in state-of-the-art laboratory facilities. Work includes experiments involving basic cell culture and cell-culture manipulations, transfections or viral transductions, flow cytometry, immunohistochemistry, immunoprecipitations, western blots, affinity protein purification, PCR, and DNA cloning.

Requirements

Three years of related laboratory experience; an equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
Laboratory experience in mammalian cell culture, western blots, and basic microscopy.
Demonstrated ability to operate standard and complex laboratory equipment.
Demonstrated ability to work in a Biosafety Level 2 environment with human cell lines.
Strong organizational skills.
Ability to work as part of a team.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in a Life Sciences or Medical-related field.

Responsibilities

Conduct measurements and limited analysis consistent with research protocols.
Record, comply with, and organize data according to methods and procedures established in the experimental design.
Operate and maintain moderately complex laboratory equipment; check for malfunctions and perform minor repairs as needed.
Prepare solutions and reagents.
Place research media in flasks, petri dishes, or other containers.
Prepare and sterilize media for laboratory use.
Receive and stock incoming supplies.
Distribute, maintain, and stock chemicals in storage and laboratory areas; organize and maintain plasmid and cell-line stocks; order supplies as directed.
Perform laboratory maintenance and organization.
Perform other duties as assigned.