Research Technician III, Department of Internal Medicine

Position Highlights

The laboratory of Dr. Wondisford at the College of Medicine-Phoenix is looking for an enthusiastic and motivated Research Technician III to aid in a research project focused on the metabolic regulation of thyroid hormone receptor in hypothalamus using various mouse models. The successful candidate will join a multidisciplinary team within the setting of an outstanding facility with capabilities in imaging, flow cytometry, bioinformatics, and other advanced approaches. The position is part of a well-funded research program and will provide the opportunity to produce high-impact publications. The candidate should have basic experience performing research in a biomedical laboratory setting, and experience in rodent handling will be advantageous. The candidate should be detail-oriented, conscientious, able to follow instructions, and have the ability to communicate in a clear, concise manner verbally and in writing. Enthusiastic applicants with experience in Biology, Cell Biology, Molecular Biology, or Biochemistry are encouraged to apply.

Visa sponsorship is not available for this positions.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Conduct research projects by performing various experiments.
• Organize and maintain various mouse models, which includes breeding, genotyping and phenotyping transgenic mouse lines. May utilize in vivo model experiments.
• Set up laboratory experiments or surgeries, including equipment and supplies, disassemble laboratory experiments, and clean facilities after experiments or surgeries.
• Cryosectioning, immunohistochemical staining and imaging of mouse brain tissues.
• Collect, prepare, and process biological samples (animal origin) including brain, liver, muscle, and adipose tissues.
• Maintain sample and lab organization to ensure efficient workflow and accuracy in experimental procedures.
• Record information and maintain logs of experimental data to ensure accurate and comprehensive documentation of Dr. Kwon's research.
• Prepare technical reports and summaries that include protocols and quantitative results to communicate findings effectively with all team members of Dr. Kwon.
• Work collaboratively with Dr. Kwon on the development and refinement of new strategies, techniques, and instrumentation to advance research excellence, optimize outcomes and ensure methodological rigor.
• Aid Dr. Kwon and team in writing methods and results sections for abstracts and publications to contribute to the dissemination of research findings.
• Facilitate the acquisition of lab supplies (inventorying stock, placing orders, and verifying receipt) to ensure the smooth operation of research activities in Dr. Wondisford lab.
• Keep equipment operation by following operating instructions, recording the usage, troubleshooting breakdowns, maintaining supplies, performing preventive maintenance, and calling for repairs.
• Monitor and maintain laboratory safety, including biohazard materials and chemical waste.