This person will meaningfully contribute to research projects regarding biological processes of recovery after brain damage with a combination of in vitro and in vivo techniques.
The ideal candidate will possess a strong foundation in in vitro laboratory work, including cell culture, PCR, western blotting, DNA/RNA purification, plasmid purification, and basic fluorescence microscopy. Experience in neuroscience and in handling mice is preferred but not required. Strong organizational skills and willingness to learn are essential.
Requirements: Bachelor’s degree with 6 Years of experience or Master’s degree with 2 years of experience. Relevant laboratory experience preferred
Duties:
Under supervision of the laboratory Primary Investigator, the research technician will be responsible for:
-Management and husbandry of rodent colonies, including genotyping and recordkeeping
-Ordering and managing laboratory supplies and equipment
-Assisting in keeping the laboratory in compliance with environmental health and safety regulations
-Assisting with a range of cell culture and biochemical experiments
-Maintain individual and laboratory records in accordance with federal and local record keeping standards
-Other duties as assigned
Qualifications
- Ability to work independently.
- Demonstrated ability to organize and coordinate work within schedule constraints and handle emergent requirements in a timely manner.
- Demonstrated ability to monitor important and complex projects concurrently.
- Knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Lotus Notes/other email software.
- Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate verbally and in writing, to include writing and preparing memorandums, letters, and other official correspondence.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree with 6 years' experience or Master's degree with 2 years' experience
- Hands-on cell culture experience
- PCR and western blotting experience
- DNA/RNA purification and plasmid purification experience
- Basic fluorescence microscopy experience
- Management and husbandry of rodent colonies, including genotyping and recordkeeping
- Experience in neuroscience and handling mice
- Relevant laboratory experience
- Assist with environmental health and safety compliance
- Ordering and managing laboratory supplies and equipment
- Maintain laboratory and individual records per federal and local standards
- Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and email software (Lotus Notes or similar)
- Strong organizational skills and ability to work independently
- Effective written and verbal communication, including preparing memoranda and official correspondence
- Ability or willingness to mentor or lead lower-level team members
What We Do
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