Research Technician I - Radiation Oncology

Scheduled Hours

40

Position Summary

We are a tumor immunology lab that focuses on understanding ways to promote immune system clearance of cancer while preventing resistance to therapy and recurrences. We focus on the tumor immune and vascular microenvironment and how it influences cancer cell growth, especially resistance to therapy. Our work involves basic immunological and cell biology assays, in vivo models, along with human specimens and trials. Our expertise is in radiation and immunotherapy combinations. Seeking passionate and driven individuals who are self-motivated and willing to work hard to obtain our common goal.

Assists with laboratory duties in a research setting; performs routine tests with direction from the supervisor, manager or higher-level technician.

Job Description

Primary Duties & Responsibilities:

• Assists the investigator or higher-level technician with research studies, experiments and assays, including collection of data, preparation of solutions and setup and maintenance of equipment.
• Maintains files on research and assists with data entry.
• Assists with general lab maintenance and cleaning.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Working Conditions:

Works in a laboratory environment with potential exposure to biological and chemical hazards. 

Must be physically able to wear protective equipment and to provide standard care to research animals.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by the personnel so classified. Management reserves the right to revise or amend duties at any time.

Required Qualifications

Education:

High school diploma or equivalent high school certification or combination of education and/or experience.

Certifications/Professional Licenses:

No specific certification/professional license is required for this position.

Work Experience:

No specific work experience is required for this position.

Skills:

Not Applicable

Driver's License:

A driver's license is not required for this position.

Preferred Qualifications

Skills:

Detailed Reports, Software Program

Grade

R04-H

Salary Range

$16.54 - $22.35 / HourlyThe salary range reflects base salaries paid for positions in a given job grade across the University. Individual rates within the range will be determined by factors including one's qualifications and performance, equity with others in the department, market rates for positions within the same grade and department budget.