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Research Technician III
Occupational Summary
This is a unique research technician opportunity and ideally suited for the individual who likes to teach. This senior level research technician will support and or teach research techniques to rotating high school students, surgical residents, and/or junior faculty interested in conducting oncology basic science research. Therefore, a broad proficiency in molecular biology techniques such as PCR, Western Immunoblotting, immunoprecipitation are preferred. In addition, the ideal candidate will be proficient with sterile technique will assist with tissue culture and other laboratory experimental methods such as immunohistochemistry, immunofluorescence microscopy, and other tasks as they arise. Adaptability, strong communication skills, excellent record keeping and organizational skills are also key chrematistics needed for this position.
Work Performed
Perform a variety of complex technical duties involved in conducting physical, chemical, biological and other research laboratory tests, experiments and determinations to obtain data for research purposes; compile, analyze, document and draw tentative conclusions from experimental results. Confer with principal investigator to review work assignments and develop plans for research experiments; make minor modifications to existing laboratory procedures and techniques to meet the needs of the particular equipment as required. Review laboratory methods manual, scientific journals, abstracts and other literature for information applicable to research experiments.
Determine and set up instruments, material and apparatus and operate laboratory equipment required for specific tests.
Obtain, prepare, mount and stain tissue, blood and other substances for microscopic examination.
Prepare culture media, chemicals, reagents and solutions.
Maintain sufficient inventory of material, supplies and equipment for performance of duties; clean and maintain laboratory equipment.
Review work of lower level laboratory personnel within designated areas and assist in training new personnel.
Develop materials for scientific publications
Maintain databases for data and organize/prepare scientific data for analysis by the principal investigator.
Assist with performing experiments and complete individual parts of an overall large experiment/project.
Perform other related duties incidental to the work described herein.
The above statements describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this classification. This is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties required of personnel so classified.
Minimum Qualifications
Education
Work generally requires skills acquired through the completion of a bachelor's degree in botany, biology, zoology, psychology or other science related scientific field program.
Experience
Work requires two years of research experience. A related master's OR AN EQUIVALENT COMBINATION OF RELEVANT EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE degree may offset required years of experience on a 1:1 basis, e.g., a two year master's degree in lieu of two years of experience.
Job Code: 00000691 RESEARCH TECHNICIAN III
Job Level: 10
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