Research Senior Technician - Pathology
Department:Medicine | Pathology
Position Summary
Research Senior Technician to assist and support scientific investigation to study human cancer as directed in the Comprehensive Cancer Center.
Responsibilities
- 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 Northern 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
Job Requirements
Bachelor's Degree in biological or health sciences or equivalent experience required. Ability to translate, adapt, and apply academic or practical knowledge in the conduct of biological/health science research is required.
Additional Information:
Research and Scholarship - Research - Individual Contributor - Technical - Career level: T3
Location:Biomedical Research Tower (0112)Position Type:RegularScheduled Hours:40Shift:First Shift
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