Research Technician

What you will be doing

• Maintain standard operating protocols, list of reagents, study initiatives, assist with IACUC applications
• Supervises and trains undergraduate students, medical students and residents in standard operating protocols
• Provides weekly update at laboratory meetings
• Works closely with Principal Investigator in the design and execution of translational studies in autoimmune disease
• Performs in vitro studies, which will include growing human cell lines and primary cells, with subsequent analysis of gene and protein expression
• Studies may also include genotyping and flow cytometry, and in vivo mouse experiments
• Assists in surgical procedures, provides animal care, and tissue harvesting techniques and post euthanasia processing
• Interacts with the research clinical coordinator and research assistants to cross-reference laboratory studies with clinical variables and outcomes

Education

• The technician will interact with the research clinical coordinator and research assistants to cross-reference laboratory studies with clinical variables and outcomes

Skills Required

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong customer service orientation
• Proficient use of computers and software
• Experience in human cell culture and cell purifications preferred
• Experience in murine handling and experiments preferred

Physical Working Conditions

• Continuously stand/walk or lift/handle/carry material or equipment of light to moderate weight

Environmental Working Conditions

• Indoor area with laboratory benches and equipment, chairs and computers

Hazards

• OSHA Category 1 Tasks that involve exposure to blood, body fluids, tissues, and other potentially infectious materials

Position & Unit Accountabilities

• Upholds Standards/Expectations of HSS Staff - Ensures compliance
• Maintains Documentation & Manages laboratory Information - Maintains laboratory notebook and tracking logs
• Upholds Standards/Expectations of HSS Staff - Attendance
• Maintains satisfactory attendance record
• Upholds Standards/Expectations of HSS Staff - Maintains punctuality
• Upholds Standards/Expectations of HSS Staff - Adjusts to change
• Adjusts to changing situations and work assignments

Education Required

• Bachelor's degree

Skills Preferred

• Knowledge of statistics and Rheumatologic terminology is a plus