Research Technologist – Bradshaw Lab

Mayo Clinic • Scottsdale, AZ

2d

About The Position

Sets up and performs routine and established lab procedures in support of lab
goals, grant commitments, i.e. assays, cell/tissue culture, animal studies, etc.
Monitors results, reports unusual outcomes and suggests modifications. Collects,
enters and summarizes data. Assists in the maintenance of lab equipment and
supplies. Performs basic statistical data analysis; prepares
tables/charts/graphs and assists in organizing data. Presents at research
laboratory meetings and contributes to writing of manuscripts. Works under
supervision and may perform some assignments independently as discussed and
approved by Principal Investigator.

Our research program investigates the role of the immune system in
neurodegenerative diseases, using human biospecimens and cellular models to
understand mechanisms driving disorders such as Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s
disease.

  Process human blood samples, including plasma separation and peripheral
blood mononuclear cell (PBMC) isolation, to support studies of immune
responses in neurodegenerative diseases.
 Assist with laboratory experiments investigating the role of the immune
system in neurodegenerative disorders using cellular, molecular, and
biochemical techniques.
 Support experiments involving human immune cells, including culture,
stimulation, and functional assays to study microglial signaling pathways.
Demonstrate strong organizational skills in managing biospecimens, reagents,
and experimental workflows to ensure reproducibility and compliance with
laboratory protocols.
Work collaboratively with laboratory and clinical research staff to
coordinate biospecimen collection, processing, and downstream immunological
analyses.
Learn and implement new laboratory techniques related to immunology, cell
culture, and biomarker analysis as needed to support evolving research
projects.

Responsibilities

• Sets up and performs routine and established lab procedures in support of lab goals, grant commitments, i.e. assays, cell/tissue culture, animal studies, etc.
• Monitors results, reports unusual outcomes and suggests modifications.
• Collects, enters and summarizes data.
• Assists in the maintenance of lab equipment and supplies.
• Performs basic statistical data analysis; prepares tables/charts/graphs and assists in organizing data.
• Presents at research laboratory meetings and contributes to writing of manuscripts.
• Process human blood samples, including plasma separation and peripheral blood mononuclear cell (PBMC) isolation, to support studies of immune responses in neurodegenerative diseases.
• Assist with laboratory experiments investigating the role of the immune system in neurodegenerative disorders using cellular, molecular, and biochemical techniques.
• Support experiments involving human immune cells, including culture, stimulation, and functional assays to study microglial signaling pathways.
• Demonstrate strong organizational skills in managing biospecimens, reagents, and experimental workflows to ensure reproducibility and compliance with laboratory protocols.
• Work collaboratively with laboratory and clinical research staff to coordinate biospecimen collection, processing, and downstream immunological analyses.
• Learn and implement new laboratory techniques related to immunology, cell culture, and biomarker analysis as needed to support evolving research projects.

Benefits

• Medical: Multiple plan options.
• Dental: Delta Dental or reimbursement account for flexible coverage.
• Vision: Affordable plan with national network.
• Pre-Tax Savings: HSA and FSAs for eligible expenses.
• Retirement: Competitive retirement package to secure your future.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed