Research Senior Technician - Comprehensive Cancer Center

Research Technician 3 to assist and support scientific investigation to study the mechanisms regulating T cell immunity and immunotherapy during infection or cancer as directed in the Department of Microbial Infection and Immunity;

Duties Include:

• Independently conducts assigned experiments
• Performs a variety of molecular, cellular, and biological research techniques and procedures including PCR reactions, gel electrophoresis, assays, cell cultures, and flow cytometry
• Sorts and processes tissue and blood samples
• Tests and evaluates current procedures
• Performs routine procedures on lab animals including surgical procedures and/or administration of drugs
• Records, consolidates and assists with analysis of research results
• Assists in evaluating validity of data obtained from experimental procedures
• Summarizes data for inclusion in grant proposals and manuscripts
• Prepares research progress reports
• Assists principal investigator with the preparation of publications, manuscripts, articles, posters, and abstracts
• Conducts library research on requested topics through researching current literature
• Oversees and maintains accurate records of laboratory activities
• Assists with training of junior research staff, and undergraduate and graduate students in research methods and equipment operation
• Sets up and operates laboratory equipment; monitors research supply, including specimens, inventory and initiates procurement requests as needed.

Minimum Education Required
Bachelor's Level Degree or equivalent combination of education and experience with a Major in biological sciences.

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. Experience in a biological/health research capacity is required. Experience with molecular, cellular, and biological research techniques and procedures desired. Experience with animal handling and husbandry desired.

FUNCTION: Research and Scholarship

SUB-FUNCTION: Research

Band: Individual Contributor - Technical

Career Level: T3 Senior