Research Technologist 2

Target hiring range for this position is between $45,000 - $55,000 per year. Offered salary will be determined by the applicant’s education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data.

About the Role

Conducts experimental research lab work and/or assists in the design of one or more specific phases of entire project(s). May complete mathematical calculations and/or computer tasks and/or assist in judging the validity of data. Follows appropriate protocols, policies, procedures, regulations, Good Clinical Practices, and Good Laboratory Practices.

Responsibilities

• Following protocols, designs, sets up, and conducts basic experiments.
• Analyzes and troubleshoots protocols and data obtained from individual experiments; recommends alternatives and suggestions to improve processes, validity, and/or accuracy.
• Completes the following activities with a fully functioning level of skill:
  • Molecular Biology: DNA, RNA, Protein isolation, purification, and expression; Southern, Northern, Western blotting; PCR, RT-PCR.
  • Cellular Biology: Cell culture, cell isolation; functional studies; histology (tissue fixation/processing: embedding, preparation of blocks and sectioning, staining); immunohistochemistry.
  • Microscopy
  • Immunology: ELISA, Elispot assay, cytokine assay.
  • Animal Husbandry: Breeding and screening transgenic mice; dissections.
• Maintains detailed records of results, which may include collecting, extracting, and entering data.
• Manipulates, interprets, and/or presents results; prepares charts and graphs for presentations and publications.
• Performs scientific literature searches in support of research.
• Completes portions of grant applications, manuscripts, and publications.
• Tracks and summarizes lab supply expenses; orders and/or maintains inventory of reagents, mice, and/or lab supplies.
• Trains students.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Successful completion of a full 4-year course of study in an accredited college or university leading to a bachelor's or higher degree in a scientific major or related field; OR appropriate combination of education and experience.

Skills

• Microsoft Office proficiency.
• Demonstrated laboratory experience.
• Demonstrated ability to follow detailed instructions as required by research protocols.
• Demonstrated computer skills, including spreadsheets and basic computations.
• Attention to detail and accurate record-keeping.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
• Manual dexterity.

Preferred Qualifications

• Research laboratory experience.
• Excellent communication skills (oral, written, visual).

Benefits

• Health, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance.
• Paid vacation and holidays.
• Paid medical/sick and parental leave.
• Tuition benefits for the employee and dependents.
• Pre-tax and flex spending accounts for commuting and dependent care.
• Generous retirement savings options.
• Wellness programs.
• Work-life and wellness support, including flexible work arrangements, childcare, and senior/adult care resources.
• Professional growth and development programs.