Research Technician I, Department of Medicine

Position Highlights

The Division of Hematology/Oncology within the Department of Medicine is seeking candidates for a motivated Research Technician I to join the laboratory of Dr. Edward Gelmann. This role offers the opportunity to contribute to impactful research exploring how pharmacologic kinase inhibitors influence tumor suppressor proteins, using both cultured cells and mouse tissues. The Research Technician will play a key role in day-to-day laboratory operations, including the preparation and maintenance of reagents, the inventory and ordering of supplies, and the routine upkeep of equipment to ensure a smooth and efficient workflow. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, highly organized, and enthusiastic about supporting scientific discovery. Prior laboratory experience is preferred, particularly in cell culture or molecular biology techniques.

Outstanding U of A benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance plans; life insurance and disability programs; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; UA/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; state retirement plan; access to UA recreation and cultural activities; and more!

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Duties & Responsibilities

• Under supervision, provide assistance to the PI and other laboratory personnel during experiments with mouse tissues per established protocols.
• Under the direction of Dr. Gelmann, perform routine lab experiments with cultured cells to analyze the effects of pharmacologic kinase inhibitors on tumor suppressor proteins.
• Prepare and maintain reagents for the lab as directed.
• Maintain inventory and order supplies from vendors as needed.
• Maintain routine upkeep of equipment to ensure proper operation, calibration, and cleanliness.
• Under the guidance of Dr. Gelmann, prepare for and respond to the annual Laboratory Safety Audit.
• Additional laboratory related duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Ability to use sterile technique.
• Ability to conduct protein analysis by immunoblotting.
• Experience with the dilution of reagents.
• Ability to prepare laboratory reagents.

This job posting reflects the general nature and level of work expected of the selected candidate(s). It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. The institution reserves the right to amend or update this description as organizational priorities and institutional needs evolve.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent, or equivalent learning attained through experience may be required.

Preferred Qualifications

• A year of prior laboratory experience is preferred, particularly in cell culture or molecular biology techniques.
• Bachelor's degree in chemistry, biology, or a comparable field.

FLSA: Non-Exempt

Full Time/Part Time: Full Time

Number of Hours Worked per Week: 40

Job FTE: 1.0

Work Calendar: Fiscal

Job Category: Research

Benefits Eligible: Yes - Full Benefits

Rate of Pay: $16.50 - $18.75

Compensation Type: hourly rate

Grade 2

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Career Stream and Level OC1

Job Family Research & Lab

Job Function Research

Type of criminal background check required: Name-based criminal background check (non-security sensitive)

Number of Vacancies: 1

Contact Information for Candidates Gerry Flores, gflores007@arizona.edu

Open Until Filled: Yes

Documents Needed to Apply: Resume and Cover Letter

Special Instructions to Applicant

Application: The online application should be completed in its entirety. Blank or missed information may be considered an incomplete submission.