Sr Research Lab Tech RESEARCH NEUROLOGY VK

About the role

Carries out a broad range of technically advanced research activities and procedures; evaluates conclusions and has considerable latitude to modify or devise methods and techniques as necessary to achieve desired results; typically supervises technical and sometimes administrative elements of the research unit. Helps onboard new staff and train them in the lab.

Responsibilities

• Develops, optimizes, and implements experimental protocols, assay techniques, and research procedures.
• Designs, conducts, and analyzes complex in vitro and in vivo studies focused on autoimmunity, inflammation, and anti-tumor immunity.
• Independently performs non-routine, highly specialized experimental procedures and disease models.
• Maintains and manages large, complex mouse colonies, including breeding strategies, genotyping, colony expansion, and animal transfers.
• Synthesizes, interprets, and communicates experimental findings and research outcomes.
• Performs statistical analyses and provides recommendations for experimental design and data interpretation.
• Oversees laboratory operations, including purchasing, inventory management, material transfers, and equipment coordination.
• Ensures compliance with institutional, regulatory, and safety requirements, including IACUC, IRB, and EHS policies.
• Reviews, edits, and maintains animal use, biosafety, and regulatory protocols and amendments.
• Prepares written and/or verbal status reports.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor's Degree in a related field of study required.
• Experience: Experience in an academic or laboratory research setting of 3-5 years required.

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Excellent communication skills.
• Good interpersonal skills and the ability to oversee the work of others.
• Ability to work independently.
• Ability to identify problems and develop solutions.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and set deadlines.
• Strong database management and overall computer skills.
• Functions with speed, precision and an understanding of theory behind tests and procedures.

Additional Job Details (if Applicable)

Essential Functions (Key Roles & Responsibilities):

• Develops, optimizes, and implements experimental protocols, assay techniques, and research procedures.
• Designs, conducts, and analyzes complex in vitro and in vivo studies focused on autoimmunity, inflammation, and anti-tumor immunity.
• Independently performs non-routine, highly specialized experimental procedures and disease models.
• Maintains and manages large, complex mouse colonies, including breeding strategies, genotyping, colony expansion, and animal transfers.
• Synthesizes, interprets, and communicates experimental findings and research outcomes.
• Performs statistical analyses and provides recommendations for experimental design and data interpretation.
• Oversees laboratory operations, including purchasing, inventory management, material transfers, and equipment coordination.
• Ensures compliance with institutional, regulatory, and safety requirements, including IACUC, IRB, and EHS policies.
• Reviews, edits, and maintains animal use, biosafety, and regulatory protocols and amendments.
• Prepares written and/or verbal status reports.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Pay Range

$55,712 - $82,014.40/Annual

Grade

6