Research Technologist NE

Join Cleveland Clinic’s Main Campus where research and surgery are advanced, technology is leading-edge, patient care is world class and caregivers are family. Here, you will work alongside a passionate and dedicated team, receive endless support and appreciation, and build a rewarding career with one of the most respected healthcare organizations in the world.  

Dr. Feng’s team investigates the role of innate immune signaling pathways in infection and the pathogenesis of human herpesviruses, including Kaposi’s sarcoma-associated herpesvirus (KSHV) and herpes simplex viruses (HSV). The team’s research focuses on understanding the impact of protein deamidation, a key post-translational modification catalyzed by metabolic enzymes known as glutamine amidotransferases, in biological processes such as immune response. As a Research Technologist, you will support research focused on molecular biology, enzyme function, metabolism, and immune response. In this role, you will assist with small animal experiments involving viral infection and tumor formation, collaborate closely with senior postdoctoral fellows and graduate students, and participate in the design, organization, and execution of daily research project activities to support laboratory operations and advance scientific discoveries.

A caregiver in this role works days from 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. 

A caregiver who excels in this role will:  

• Participate in daily research project activities. 

• Plan, organize, perform and monitor daily project protocols.  

• Collect, prepare and maintain required research documentation, including informed consent records, case records, clinical notes and medical reports.  

• Report and assist with managing protocol deviations, adverse events and other project-related issues.  

• Be responsible for the general maintenance and upkeep of the lab.  

• Order and purchase supplies, gather information on new equipment and recommend purchases.  

• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include:  

• High School Diploma or GED and four years of experience in a research or related laboratory environment

• OR Associate's degree in laboratory science and three years of experience

• OR Bachelor’s degree and two years of experience

• OR Master’s degree and one year of experience 

Preferred qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include: 

• Significant research experience in biochemistry, drug development, or related scientific fields

• Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot and resolve unexpected challenges in a research environment

• Experience collaborating effectively with multidisciplinary teams and fellow researchers

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to perform work in a stationary position for extended periods

• Ability to operate a computer and other office equipment

• Ability to communicate and exchange accurate information

• Ability to distinguish color

• Manual dexterity to handle specimens and repair equipment

• Ability to lift and transport equipment or specimens weighing up to 20  pounds

• May be exposed to hazardous chemicals, bio-hazards, radioactive materials, etc.

Personal Protective Equipment:

• Follows standard precautions using personal protective equipment as required.

The policy of Cleveland Clinic Health System and its system hospitals (Cleveland Clinic Health System) is to provide equal opportunity to all of our caregivers and applicants for employment in our drug free environment. All offers of employment are followed by testing for controlled substances.

Cleveland Clinic Health System administers an influenza prevention program. You will be required to comply with this program, which will include obtaining an influenza vaccination on an annual basis or obtaining an approved exemption.

Decisions concerning employment, transfers and promotions are made upon the basis of the best qualified candidate without regard to color, race, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, ancestry, status as a disabled or Vietnam era veteran or any other characteristic protected by law. Information provided on this application may be shared with any Cleveland Clinic Health System facility. 

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