Research Technician II - Pathology & Immunology

Scheduled Hours

40

Position Summary

The Amin lab is seeking to hire a Research Technician II. Our lab investigates neuro-immune interactions in neurodegenerative diseases and brain aging, using a combination of iPSC-based systems and transgenic mouse models. We are seeking a highly motivated individual to join our new and growing team.

Assists with the technical aspects of studies and experiments, including documentation and preparation of materials.

Job Description

Primary Duties & Responsibilities:

• Assists with research studies, experiments and assays, including collection of data, preparation of solutions and setup and maintenance of equipment.
• Performs data entry and maintains data files on research.
• Prepares tissue cultures, reagents, probe tests, etc.
• Complies with established safety procedures and maintains required documentation on laboratory and specimen conditions.
• Ensures lab conditions and equipment are properly cleaned and maintained in accordance with established procedures.
• Assists with general lab maintenance and cleaning.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Working Conditions:

• This position works in a laboratory environment with potential exposure to biological and chemical hazards. 
• The individual 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:

Bachelor’s degree or combination of education and/or experience may substitute for minimum education.

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.

More About This Job

Preferred Qualifications:

• The ideal candidate will have up to one year of experience in a laboratory setting.
• Prior experience with in vitro cell culture in BSL2 work environment is an asset.
• Prior work experience with laboratory animals is encouraged.
• Prior experience with common programming language like R and Python.
• Working knowledge of spreadsheets and statistical analyses.
• Excellent record keeping, organizational skills, and ability to interact with others.

Preferred Qualifications

Skills:

Communication, Detailed Reports, Interpersonal Interactions, In Vitro Cell Culture, Laboratory Instrumentation, Laboratory Research, Organizing, Programming Languages, Python (Programming Language), Recordkeeping, R Programming, Software Program, Spreadsheets, Statistical Analysis, Working Independently, Working with Animals

Grade

R06-H

Salary Range

$16.92 - $26.44 / 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.