Laboratory Technician Senior

Position Details

The Laboratory Technician Senior will provide oversight and management of scientific research projects designed to develop novel cancer therapies. Perform a variety of technical functions in a fast-paced immunotherapy cancer research lab, in a basic and clinically oriented lab. Perform experiments involving in vivo mouse models, in vitro mechanisms and binding analyses of immunotherapy treatments. Prioritize work to meet the objectives and deadlines associated with generating data for grant/contract renewals, grant/contract proposals, and submission or revision of manuscripts. Provide high level technical expertise in the design, performance, and troubleshooting of complex laboratory experiments. Analyze, interpret and manage experimental data. Exercise judgment in prioritizing work to meet the objectives and deadlines provided by the PI. Maintain compliance with regulatory agencies for the laboratory, including but not limited to personnel lab safety, chemical safety, biosafety, IACUC, IRB, and IBC. Serve as a resource and support person for other researchers/faculty for experimental preparation, design, evaluating methodologies, and interpreting data.

Minimum Qualifications (or equivalent combination of education and experience)

• Bachelor’s degree in related field and four to five years’ related laboratory research experience required.
• Demonstrate experience and proficiency with molecular biology, cell culture techniques, cell purification, fluorescent microscopy, ELISAs, flow cytometry, PCR, cloning, DNA and protein purification, and other cell and molecular analytical techniques beyond educational training required.
• Demonstrate and proficient experience working with mice required.
• Knowledge of immunology and cancer biology.
• Effective organizational, communication and data presentation skills required.

Desirable Qualifications

• Experience working in a team-oriented environment with people of diverse backgrounds;
• Comfortable summarizing and reporting results to researchers;
• Self-motivation;
• Excellent time-management, organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills;
• Commitment to exceeding quality standards, providing exceptional services, and producing accurate and high quality work;
• Meticulous attention to detail;
• Pristiced documentation skills;
• Awareness of basic safety issues and ability to follow safety procedures and maintain a safe work environment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Graph pad Prism and Image J programs and other related computer skills is desirable.

Anticipated Pay Range

$30.77-$33.33/hr

Special Conditions

• A probationary period may be required,
• Contingent on continued funding,
• This position is ineligible for telework due to the essential functions,
• Background Check required for this position

FLSA

Non-Exempt

Union Position

Yes, UVMSU

Other Information

The University of Vermont is a welcoming, educationally purposeful community committed to creating an inclusive environment that embraces intellectual diversity and global perspectives. We seek to prepare students to be accountable leaders who will bring to their work a grasp of complexity, effective problem-solving and communication skills, and an enduring commitment to learning and ethical conduct. Members of the University of Vermont community embrace and advance the values of Our Common Ground: Respect, Integrity, Innovation, Openness, Justice, and Responsibility. Staff play a critical role in this effort and the successful candidate will demonstrate a strong commitment to UVM’s mission and advancing Our Common Ground values through the execution of their job duties.

Position Title

Research Sci Core Techn PC1 N

Posting Number

S6144PO

Department

Surg-Oncology/55794

Position Number

00026654

Percent of Full-Time

1.0

Standard Hours at 1.0 FTE

37.5

Term (months per year)

12