Research Laboratory Technician II
Posted on Sep 21, 2024 by WMU Homer Stryker, M.D. School of Medicine
Kalamazoo, MI
Research
Immediate Start
Annual Salary
Full-Time
Overview:
Research Lab Technician work involves basic research in immunology and virology to address key questions relating to control and regulation of oncogenic virus infection. The successful applicant will have the opportunity to perform laboratory research using innovative techniques.
Responsibilities:
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Communicates problems or matters of a scientific, technical and/or administrative nature within the department and interdepartmentally utilizing computer technology
Conducts research and assists in the conduct of research
Analyzes data and interprets results to write reports and summaries of findings
Maintains accurate records of tests conducted, results, data and patients tested including calculation of results from supplied data, obtained data and statistics for quality assurance
Maintains equipment and inventory through making minor adjustments, performing scheduled maintenance, and troubleshooting major problems utilizing departmental resources and manufacturers telephone trouble lines
Organizes and prioritizes work to meet specific goals and accomplishments
Maintains clean and efficient work area and replenishes supplies as necessary
Helps manage the animal colony and is comfortable isolating samples from euthanized mice
Helps prep for experiments
Helps maintain cell cultures
Helps maintain the labs cleanliness and safety
Various assays including one or more of the following: Immunoflorescent staining
Staining and running samples for flow cytometry
ELISPOT
ELISA
RNA isolation/RT-PCR
Protein extraction/Western blotting
Genotyping
Sensitive Viral Assays
Preparation of stock solutions and reagents
Testing of serum and complement
Maintenance of laboratory equipment
Inventory
Availability to work occasional overtime on weekends or evenings to complete time sensitive projects
Acquires knowledge for new technology and policy/procedure revisions
All other duties as assigned
Qualifications:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:
B.S. or B.A. degree, preferably in Biology, Chemistry, Molecular Biology, or a related field.
One or more years’ experience in a research lab preferred.
Desirable but not required skills include experience with any or all of: sterile tissue culture, flow cytometric analysis, RNA and protein extraction, vertical and horizontal gel electrophoresis, protein immunoprecipitation, Western blotting, polymerase chain reaction, ELISAs, molecular cloning, mouse handling, mouse genotyping and work with infectious agents.
OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
Demonstrates the ability to recognize priorities in organization of work flow.
Able to perform duties independently, with a minimal need for direct supervision.
Research Lab Technician work involves basic research in immunology and virology to address key questions relating to control and regulation of oncogenic virus infection. The successful applicant will have the opportunity to perform laboratory research using innovative techniques.
Responsibilities:
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Communicates problems or matters of a scientific, technical and/or administrative nature within the department and interdepartmentally utilizing computer technology
Conducts research and assists in the conduct of research
Analyzes data and interprets results to write reports and summaries of findings
Maintains accurate records of tests conducted, results, data and patients tested including calculation of results from supplied data, obtained data and statistics for quality assurance
Maintains equipment and inventory through making minor adjustments, performing scheduled maintenance, and troubleshooting major problems utilizing departmental resources and manufacturers telephone trouble lines
Organizes and prioritizes work to meet specific goals and accomplishments
Maintains clean and efficient work area and replenishes supplies as necessary
Helps manage the animal colony and is comfortable isolating samples from euthanized mice
Helps prep for experiments
Helps maintain cell cultures
Helps maintain the labs cleanliness and safety
Various assays including one or more of the following: Immunoflorescent staining
Staining and running samples for flow cytometry
ELISPOT
ELISA
RNA isolation/RT-PCR
Protein extraction/Western blotting
Genotyping
Sensitive Viral Assays
Preparation of stock solutions and reagents
Testing of serum and complement
Maintenance of laboratory equipment
Inventory
Availability to work occasional overtime on weekends or evenings to complete time sensitive projects
Acquires knowledge for new technology and policy/procedure revisions
All other duties as assigned
Qualifications:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:
B.S. or B.A. degree, preferably in Biology, Chemistry, Molecular Biology, or a related field.
One or more years’ experience in a research lab preferred.
Desirable but not required skills include experience with any or all of: sterile tissue culture, flow cytometric analysis, RNA and protein extraction, vertical and horizontal gel electrophoresis, protein immunoprecipitation, Western blotting, polymerase chain reaction, ELISAs, molecular cloning, mouse handling, mouse genotyping and work with infectious agents.
OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
Demonstrates the ability to recognize priorities in organization of work flow.
Able to perform duties independently, with a minimal need for direct supervision.
Reference: 202124236
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Research Laboratory Technician II
Posted on Sep 21, 2024 by WMU Homer Stryker, M.D. School of Medicine
Kalamazoo, MI
Research
Immediate Start
Annual Salary
Full-Time
Overview:
Research Lab Technician work involves basic research in immunology and virology to address key questions relating to control and regulation of oncogenic virus infection. The successful applicant will have the opportunity to perform laboratory research using innovative techniques.
Responsibilities:
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Communicates problems or matters of a scientific, technical and/or administrative nature within the department and interdepartmentally utilizing computer technology
Conducts research and assists in the conduct of research
Analyzes data and interprets results to write reports and summaries of findings
Maintains accurate records of tests conducted, results, data and patients tested including calculation of results from supplied data, obtained data and statistics for quality assurance
Maintains equipment and inventory through making minor adjustments, performing scheduled maintenance, and troubleshooting major problems utilizing departmental resources and manufacturers telephone trouble lines
Organizes and prioritizes work to meet specific goals and accomplishments
Maintains clean and efficient work area and replenishes supplies as necessary
Helps manage the animal colony and is comfortable isolating samples from euthanized mice
Helps prep for experiments
Helps maintain cell cultures
Helps maintain the labs cleanliness and safety
Various assays including one or more of the following: Immunoflorescent staining
Staining and running samples for flow cytometry
ELISPOT
ELISA
RNA isolation/RT-PCR
Protein extraction/Western blotting
Genotyping
Sensitive Viral Assays
Preparation of stock solutions and reagents
Testing of serum and complement
Maintenance of laboratory equipment
Inventory
Availability to work occasional overtime on weekends or evenings to complete time sensitive projects
Acquires knowledge for new technology and policy/procedure revisions
All other duties as assigned
Qualifications:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:
B.S. or B.A. degree, preferably in Biology, Chemistry, Molecular Biology, or a related field.
One or more years’ experience in a research lab preferred.
Desirable but not required skills include experience with any or all of: sterile tissue culture, flow cytometric analysis, RNA and protein extraction, vertical and horizontal gel electrophoresis, protein immunoprecipitation, Western blotting, polymerase chain reaction, ELISAs, molecular cloning, mouse handling, mouse genotyping and work with infectious agents.
OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
Demonstrates the ability to recognize priorities in organization of work flow.
Able to perform duties independently, with a minimal need for direct supervision.
Research Lab Technician work involves basic research in immunology and virology to address key questions relating to control and regulation of oncogenic virus infection. The successful applicant will have the opportunity to perform laboratory research using innovative techniques.
Responsibilities:
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Communicates problems or matters of a scientific, technical and/or administrative nature within the department and interdepartmentally utilizing computer technology
Conducts research and assists in the conduct of research
Analyzes data and interprets results to write reports and summaries of findings
Maintains accurate records of tests conducted, results, data and patients tested including calculation of results from supplied data, obtained data and statistics for quality assurance
Maintains equipment and inventory through making minor adjustments, performing scheduled maintenance, and troubleshooting major problems utilizing departmental resources and manufacturers telephone trouble lines
Organizes and prioritizes work to meet specific goals and accomplishments
Maintains clean and efficient work area and replenishes supplies as necessary
Helps manage the animal colony and is comfortable isolating samples from euthanized mice
Helps prep for experiments
Helps maintain cell cultures
Helps maintain the labs cleanliness and safety
Various assays including one or more of the following: Immunoflorescent staining
Staining and running samples for flow cytometry
ELISPOT
ELISA
RNA isolation/RT-PCR
Protein extraction/Western blotting
Genotyping
Sensitive Viral Assays
Preparation of stock solutions and reagents
Testing of serum and complement
Maintenance of laboratory equipment
Inventory
Availability to work occasional overtime on weekends or evenings to complete time sensitive projects
Acquires knowledge for new technology and policy/procedure revisions
All other duties as assigned
Qualifications:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:
B.S. or B.A. degree, preferably in Biology, Chemistry, Molecular Biology, or a related field.
One or more years’ experience in a research lab preferred.
Desirable but not required skills include experience with any or all of: sterile tissue culture, flow cytometric analysis, RNA and protein extraction, vertical and horizontal gel electrophoresis, protein immunoprecipitation, Western blotting, polymerase chain reaction, ELISAs, molecular cloning, mouse handling, mouse genotyping and work with infectious agents.
OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
Demonstrates the ability to recognize priorities in organization of work flow.
Able to perform duties independently, with a minimal need for direct supervision.
Reference: 202124236
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