Open Rank: (Entry-Senior) Research Services Laboratory Sciences Professional

Job Summary

This full-time Research Services Laboratory Sciences Professional position is based in the laboratory of Dr. Aaron Michels, which focuses on studying immune-mediated mechanisms of type 1 diabetes and has maintained continuous National Institutes of Health funding for over fifteen years. The role is ideal for an individual with enthusiasm for medical research and an interest in diabetes, who can work independently with minimal supervision while maintaining strong organizational skills.

Key Responsibilities

• Isolation and culture of peripheral blood immune cells.
• Conducting experiments utilizing multi-color flow cytometry, measuring cytokines by ELISPOT assays, and performing ELISA techniques.
• Perform recombinant DNA work including genotyping and PCR analysis of T cell receptors.
• Animal care with mice related to research procedures.
• Participation in day-to-day laboratory activities including ordering supplies & reagents, maintenance of laboratory equipment, and preparation of commonly used reagents throughout the laboratory.
• Data organization, management, and database maintenance utilizing Microsoft Word, Excel & Access programs.

Additional Duties for Senior Professionals

• Independently and creatively identify laboratory solutions.
• Independently review, propose, develop and implement new or modified laboratory techniques.
• Assist and train junior team members.