Research Technician I

Location: Upper East Side, NYC | Work Days: Monday–Friday | Weekly Hours: 35 | Exemption Status: Non-Exempt | Salary Range: $23.52 – $26.10

About the role

Under supervision, assists scientists with laboratory and investigative procedures. This role performs various assays, imaging experiments, and other technical duties to support the research activities of the Neurovascular and Neurometabolic Lab. May work with animal models and/or human subjects.

Responsibilities

• Prepares and maintains detailed records, logs, and summary reports of all procedures and results, including graphs, scientific calculations, and statistical analysis charting.
• Performs tissue and cell culture activities.
• Handles animal husbandry, genotyping, surgeries, post-operative care, behavioral testing, sectioning, and histology.
• Conducts routine molecular biology laboratory procedures such as PCR, protein and DNA electrophoresis, cloning, and DNA preparation.
• Runs routine biochemistry assays including western blotting and RT-PCR.
• Performs microscopic imaging analyses.
• Manages receipt, storage, cataloguing, and shipment of samples within and between institutions.
• Maintains a clean working area; washes and stores glassware.
• Ensures safe laboratory practices, including proper use and disposal of chemicals and hazardous materials.
• Analyzes data using computer software and reports results to principal investigator(s).
• Provides technical support and training to faculty, staff, new employees, residents, postdoctoral associates, fellows, and students.
• Participates in planning and carrying out experiments; assists in preparing research protocols.
• Conducts library research and literature searches using various computer systems.
• Assists in editing scientific publications, abstracts, and posters.
• Maintains inventory of supplies, equipment, and reagents; orders supplies as authorized or escalates needs appropriately.
• Receives and confirms accuracy of supply orders; may assist with cost control.
• Ensures facilities and equipment are in optimal working condition; coordinates preventative maintenance and repairs.
• May perform minor repairs if qualified; advises on upgrades for performance enhancements.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree.
• Some bench lab-related experience.
• Minimum two-year commitment due to substantial training effort associated with the position.

Skills

• Demonstrated organizational skills and ability to pay close attention to detail.
• Ability to plan and prioritize work while responding flexibly to rapidly changing priorities.

Working Conditions

• Standard laboratory conditions.
• Ability to work flexible hours.
• May handle radioactive material and/or biologic materials from human subjects.
• May require standing or sitting for long periods of time.
• May work within Biologic Safety Level 1, 2, and/or 3 facilities.