Research Technologist 2

Target hiring range: $19.89–24.86 per hour. Offered salary will be determined by the applicant’s education, experience, knowledge, skills, abilities, internal equity, and market data.

About the role

The Melo-Cardenas Lab is a new research laboratory seeking a motivated Research Technologist 2 with a bachelor’s degree in biology or another relevant scientific area. You’ll work with genetically engineered mouse models, human samples, and cutting-edge technology to uncover how inflammation drives myeloid blood cancers. Gain hands-on experience with advanced techniques like flow cytometry, cell sorting, and genomics while growing your career.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and maintain stock solutions.
• Order and maintain laboratory supplies and equipment.
• Maintain overall laboratory order, regulatory compliance, and inventory.
• Perform basic molecular biology techniques, including plasmid preparation, viral production and transduction, isolation of RNA and DNA, western blot, immunoprecipitation, PCR, qPCR, and flow cytometry.
• Manage mouse colonies, including breeding, genotyping, and isolation and characterization of hematopoietic cells.
• Demonstrate excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Work independently and as part of a team.
• Perform other duties as assigned or directed to meet the goals and objectives of the laboratory.

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

• Demonstrated laboratory experience.
• 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

• Previous lab experience.
• Wet bench and animal work experience.

Opportunities

This position may be ideal for college or master’s graduates with laboratory experience who want to build strong research experience, including authorship on publications, as they pursue further education. You’ll have the chance to present your work at departmental meetings and attend national scientific conferences to showcase your research.

Benefits

• Competitive, high-quality health care plans.
• Retirement benefits.
• Tuition discounts.
• Work-life and wellness programs, including flexible work arrangements, childcare, and senior/adult care support.
• Professional growth and development resources, including career development tools and formal education support.