Research Technician I (Part-Time), Translational Cardiovascular Research Center - TCRC (Phoenix)

The laboratory of Dr. Lya Yin of the Translational Cardiovascular Research Center (TCRC) at the University of Arizona College of Medicine-Phoenix is seeking a highly motivated Research Technician I. This position will provide the oportunity to learn skills needed to aid in research projects by performing a variety of laboratory tasks and experiments. Guided by the instruction from Dr. Yin and other senior lab personnel, the Research Technician I will gain knowledge to manage mouse colonies, perform histology and immunostaining, acquire and analyze fluorescent and micro-CT images, and other tasks if needed.

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• Under supervision will perform histology and immunostaining experiments.
• Be given detailed instruction to acquire images and assist with processing and documenting results under direction of senior laboratory personnel.
• Follow established safety regulations, laboratory protocols, and institutional guidelines while performing work.
• Assist with routine maintenance activities for genetically modified mouse colonies under established protocols. Performing rodent work and related experimentation procedures; including dissections, biological compound injections, and glucose tolerance tests.
• Be capable to maintain laboratory space and equipment to ensure proper operation and cleanliness.
• Under guidance of senior staff will perform RNA extraction / real time PCR (qPCR), protein extraction and Western blotting.
• Will become familiar with routine cell culture techniques to support to the overall study objectives and research goals.
• Will to work closely with postdoctoral researchers, graduate students, and principal investigators to support ongoing projects.
• Attend and participate in lab meetings, journal clubs, and departmental seminars

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Ability to handle the mice, perform cell culture or genotyping.
• Ability to analyze research results.
• Ability to report results to the PI and in the laboratory meetings.
• Ability to communicate in a clear, concise manner orally and in writing.

This job posting reflects the general nature and level of work expected of the selected candidate(s). It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. The institution reserves the right to amend or update this description as organizational priorities and institutional needs evolve.

• High school diploma or high school diploma equivalency is required.
• Prior work experience not required.

• Previous research experience (internship, independent study).
• Familiarity with animal work, genotyping, cell culture or molecular analysis.
• At least one year of college education in biomedical science, with some bench work and animal study experience.

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Application: The online application should be completed in its entirety. Blank or missed information may be considered an incomplete submission.

Cover Letter: Should clearly indicate how your skills and professional employment experience meet the Minimum and the Preferred qualifications (if applicable).