Position Summary

We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Research Technician I to join our team. This role will focus on the production and purification of novel protein-based immunotherapies. The successful candidate will support the lab’s mission to develop next-generation treatments by executing protein expression protocols in both mammalian and bacterial systems and performing essential quality control assays.

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

Why Join This Project?

This position offers the opportunity to be at the forefront of immunotherapy research. You will gain hands-on experience with the entire pipeline of drug development- from molecular cloning to producing the actual proteins that will be tested in vivo for therapeutic efficacy.

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 and propagates cell lines using rigorous aseptic techniques to ensure contamination-free cultures.
• Performs large-scale transient transfections in mammalian cells and IPTG-induced protein expression in E. coli.
• Executes protein purification workflows using column purification.
• Collaborates with senior scientists to troubleshoot expression yields and optimize purification protocols. 
• Maintains detailed and accurate electronic laboratory notebooks, documenting all experimental parameters and results.
• Assists with general lab maintenance and cleaning.

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:

• Foundational knowledge of cell biology and molecular biology.
• Hands-on experience with mammalian cell culture or bacterial work.
• Familiarity with protein analysis (SDS-PAGE or Western Blot) is a plus.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Excellent communication skills and a desire to work in a collaborative, fast-paced environment.
• High level of integrity and attention to detail in data collection and reporting.

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.