Research Senior Technician

Research Technician 3 - to assist and support scientific investigation to study immunology and inflammation in pancreatic diseases (cancer, pancreatitis) and lung cancer as directed in the Division of Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Nutrition in the Department of Internal Medicine; 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 Western analysis; sorts and processes tissue and blood samples; tests and evaluates current procedures; performs routine procedures on lab animals; 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.

Qualifications:

A Bachelors degree in a biological/health science or an equivalent combination of education and experience is required, master's degree preferred. 1 year of experience preferred. Ability to translate, adapt and apply academic or practical knowledge in the conduct of biological/health science research is required.

Function: Research and Scholarship

Sub Function: Research

Career Band: Individual Contributor - Technical

Career Level: T3