Research Technician D

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Conducts a variety of research experiments using basic molecular and cellular biology methods and advanced research techniques; including performing serological, cellular, and molecular immunology techniques such as ELISA, ELISPOT, Flow Cytometry, as well as immunohistochemical analyses using cancer patient biospecimens. Must be able to read and understand scientific data being applied to conduct the research.
• Under supervision of the PI, assist with animal experiments mainly harvesting tissues for analysis.
• Coordinates project activities to meet deadlines.
• Collaborates with the Principal Investigator in the development of new experiments and research techniques. Incumbents are expected to stay apprised of the literature as well as practical skill sets relevant to the field.
• Assists in the implementation of standardized protocols for experiments and training purposes; create and maintain Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) specific for each study.
• Assists the Principal Investigator with publications by extracting and compiling moderate to complex research data (i.e. related to oncology, immunology, microbiology, etc); assisting in interpreting the data; reviewing and editing articles used in scientific publication. Must have strong science background.
• Ensures compliance with safety and regulatory requirements.
• Performs other related duties.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• BA or BS in a related science or equivalent skills and experience and a minimum of 4.5 years of related experience is required
• Previous experience with protein purification, standard and automated, inclusive of cloning, expression validation and purification required
• Master’s degree in the biological sciences and/or additional laboratory experience is preferred

ABOUT US: Albert Einstein College of Medicine of Yeshiva University (Einstein), one of the nation’s premier institutions for medical education, basic research and clinical investigation, and proud home to more than 3,000 faculty and staff, 750 medical students and 350 PhD students, including 125 students in the combined MD/PhD programs. As a longstanding national leader in biomedical research, Einstein has 300+ research laboratories and has been awarded more than $199 million in funding from the National Institutes of Health. Einstein offers challenging, exciting, and rewarding careers for highly talented individuals who are dedicated to advancing pioneering educational and research initiatives. We pride ourselves in our humanitarian mission of serving the community and promoting an academic and working culture that is both supportive and collaborative. At Einstein, science is truly at the heart of medicine. Founded in 1886, Yeshiva University has a strong tradition of combining Jewish scholarship with academic excellence and achievement in the liberal arts, sciences, medicine, law, business, social work, Jewish studies, education and psychology. Since welcoming our first class in 1955, Einstein has been an integral part of Yeshiva University, an institution that offers rewarding and challenging employment opportunities to qualified candidates in a wide range of disciplines. The University offers an excellent compensation package, and a broad range of employee benefit plans, including immediate participation and full vesting in the University’s retirement plan. Staff members are typically eligible for four weeks paid vacation each year.