Research Technician II (Tetrahymena Stock Center) - Biology

Position Summary

A Research Technician II position is available in Dr. Doug Chalker's group to carry out key activities of the Tetrahymena Stock Center.

The Stock Center maintains laboratory strains long-term and sends cells lines or DNA samples to researchers upon request. The individual filling this position will carry out this role as well as receive new samples for cryopreservation, reconstitution of frozen samples, and cataloging. When not performing these key functions, this individual will be involved in developing new research tools or collaborating with researchers to development strains to carry out research projects. They will also direct the work of an undergraduate research assistant tasked at making sterile media and sterilizing glassware to support this work.

Job Description

Primary Duties & Responsibilities:

• Conducts experiments and routine procedures.
• Monitors/evaluates experiments.
• Maintains records/reports.
• Collects data from experiments.
• Performs data analysis.
• Writes interpretative reports/summaries.
• Conducts literature searches.
• May contribute to design of experimental protocols and research.
• Orders lab supplies.
• Orders/maintains chemical inventories.
• 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:

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.

Preferred Qualifications

Skills:

Research Labs

Grade

R06-H

Salary Range

$16.92 - $26.44 / Hourly

The 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.

Scheduled Hours

37.5