Associate Research Technician

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Position Summary:

We have an exciting opportunity to join our team as a Associate Research Technician.

Responsible for performing basic lab duties and more advanced laboratory duties in the Biochemistry and Pathology Core of a multi-PI program project grant on cardiometabolic inflammation under the general supervision of the Core Director. The program project grant focuses on the role of macrophages in promoting progression of atherosclerotic plaques and adipose tissue inflammation in obesity. The successful candidate will assist the Program Project investigators in the collection, processing and analysis of mouse tissue samples, and the performance of biochemical assays. Experience in mouse models (blood collection, mouse handling), tissue sectioning and immunohistochemistry, and biochemical assays (ELISA, plate reader assays) and molecular biology techniques (DNA and RNA purification, PCR) is preferred.

Job Responsibilities:

• Lab Duties - Basic lab duties under general supervision as well as more advanced duties under direct supervision. Assists with the ordering and tracking of laboratory supplies. Performs routine technical tasks, and assists in the general maintenance of the lab, such as prepare stock reagents and maintain inventory of the labs supplies. General techniques in biochemistry and molecular biology using established protocols and procedures, and records the results of experiments. Assists with collection, processing and analysis of mouse tissue samples, and tissue sectioning and immunohistochemical staining.
• Assist in Developing Procedures - Assists in implementing new procedures and protocols to support experiments. Participates actively in developing, recommending and implementing new approved procedures, or modifications to existing protocols and procedures. Maintains and updates technical knowledge.
• Communication/Relationship with Others - Cooperates, communicates and relates well to all levels of Medical Center. Listens carefully to others in order to respond appropriately, answer questions or obtain needed information. Communicates ideas, problems, suggestions, and messages in a timely and effective manner. Maintains the confidentiality of all research information.
• Judgment/Decision-Making - Is able to recognize problems as they occur; and through the application of appropriate policy/ procedure, determine and/or recommends the appropriate solution. Seeks guidance as necessary for the performance of duties asks appropriate questions when in doubt and utilizes reference sources/materials to endure accuracy. Advises appropriate personnel of situations/problems requiring intervention or follow-up attention.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

To qualify you must have a This is an entry level trainee position with no experience necessary and a Bachelors of Science Degree in Life Sciences or a related field is not required (but preferred). Experience in some areas of basic cellular immunology, molecular biology, tissue culture would be advantageous but is not required. Strong written and verbal communication skills are required.

Preferred Qualifications:

Preferred Qualifications:Bachelors of Science Degree in Life Sciences or a related field preferred. 1 years or more of lab related experience preferred. Experience in mouse models (blood collection, mouse handling), tissue sectioning and immunohistochemistry, and biochemical assays (ELISA, plate reader assays) and molecular biology techniques (DNA and RNA purification, PCR) is preferred. Knowledge and experience in biological sciences, including Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, Immunology, etc., highly preferred. May be required to occasionally work flexible hours due to demands of experiments.

Qualified candidates must be able to effectively communicate with all levels of the organization.

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