Research Senior Technician

Research Technician 3 to lead and support cancer and aging research in the Comprehensive Cancer Center.

• Independently conducts assigned molecular, cellular and mouse experiments

• Performs a variety of biological research techniques and procedures including PCR, cloning, gel electrophoresis, cell culture, and western analysis

• Sorts and processes tissue and blood samples

• Tests and evaluates current procedures

• Performs routine procedures on lab animals

• Records, consolidates and assists with analysis of research results

• Assists in evaluating validity of data obtained from experimental procedures

• Summarizes data for inclusion in grant proposals and manuscripts

• Prepares research progress reports

• Assists principal investigator with the preparation of publications, manuscripts, articles, posters, and abstracts

• Conducts library research on requested topics through researching current literature

• Oversees and maintains accurate records of laboratory activities

• Assists with training of junior research staff, and undergraduate and graduate students in research methods and equipment operation

• Sets up and operates laboratory equipment

• Monitors research supply, including specimens, inventory and initiates procurement requests as needed.

Education/Experience:

• A Bachelors degree in a biological/health science or an equivalent combination of education and experience is required.

• Ability to translate, adapt and apply academic or practical knowledge in the conduct of biological/health science research is required. Requires successful completion of a background check.

• Qualified candidates may be requested to complete a pre-employment physical including a drug screen

Career roadmap framework:

Function: Research and Scholarship
Subfunction: Research
Band: Individual Contributor - Technical
Level: T3

Target Hiring Range: $17.31 - $22.77 hourly