Research Technician 3

This individual will provide technical support to the research and scientific investigations for the Bloomfield Center for Leukemia Outcomes Research in the Comprehensive Cancer Center. They will perform flow cytometry to sort patient samples and will serve as the point of contact for flow cytometry studies in the Bloomfield Center. They will also perform a variety of molecular, cellular and biological research techniques including PCR reactions, DNA and RNA extraction, gel electrophoresis, cell culture, Northern and Western blot assays, sample processing and library preparation. They will assist with general lab maintenance and troubleshooting of new procedures as well as picking up patient samples from the tissue bank, tissue archives or from patient rooms. This individual will assist with handling of lab animals and routine procedures on lab animals such weight monitoring and administration of medication. They will record research results, summarize data for publications and grant proposals and prepare research progress reports. This individual will be expected to maintain accurate records and have good communication skills. They will attend lab meetings and conduct literature reviews on requested topics.

• Required Qualifications:
  A Bachelor's degree in a Biological/ Health Science or an equivalent combination of education and experience is required.
  
  Ability to translate, adapt and apply academic or practical knowledge in the conduct of biological/health science research is required. Requires successful completion of a background check. Qualified candidates may be requested to complete a pre-employment physical including a drug screen.

  Function: Research and Scholarship

  Sub function: Research

  Career band: Individual Contributor - Technical

  Career level: T3