Research Technician I

Occupational Summary

The Woods/McClain Lab is seeking a Research Technician I to assist in conducting various investigations within the scope of research projects.

Job description – Research Tech I, Woods/McClain Lab

• Perform molecular and biological procedures.
• Work closely with clinical research staff in the collections, handling, processing, and inventory management of clinical research biospecimens.
• Maintain barcode-based chain-of-custody tracking and electronic inventory management of clinical samples and derivatives for current and future research uses.
• Maintain a current and well-detailed laboratory notebook and data management plan for all experiments.
• Assist with general lab tasks such as media presentation, restocking of lab supplies, preparation of buffers and solutions, and other basic tasks.
• Review lab methods and protocols, scientific journals, abstracts and other literature for information applicable to research experiments.

Minimum Experience & Skills Required

• Bachelor’s degree in biology, zoology, chemistry or other science-related scientific field.
• Basic knowledge and skills in molecular laboratory techniques.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and analytical skills.

Potential Pay Range

Duke University provides an annual base salary range for this position as USD $20.00 to USD $27.02. Factors such as scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/training, and key skills; internal peer equity; as well as market and organizational considerations are considered when extending an offer.

Benefits

Your total compensation goes beyond the dollars on your paycheck. Duke offers comprehensive and competitive medical and dental care programs, generous retirement benefits, and a wide array of family-friendly and cultural programs to eligible team members. Learn more at: https://hr.duke.edu/benefits/.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Duke is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing employment opportunity without regard to an individual's age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy and pregnancy- related conditions), sexual orientation, or military status.

Essential Physical Job Functions

Nearest Major Market: Durham
Nearest Secondary Market: Raleigh