Research Technologist I

Position Description:

Research Technologist I

Purpose

Under general supervision provide support for department research through projects, maintenance and communication of data, and execution of laboratory experiments.

Work hours: Most weekend days along with some weekdays, evenings, and holidays to maintain experimental conditions and conduct experimental protocols in long-term studies. The schedule of specific workday and length of workday is expected to vary with the experimental schedule and project needs, averaging 20 hours per week.

Primary Functions

* Carry out experimental designs for sponsored research projects which include both live rodents and tissue specimens, surgical and non-surgical procedures, dissection, and sample preparation

* Maintain experimental conditions, including animal husbandry

• Perform lab-based procedures, such as immunoassays and microscopy
• Record and compile accurate records and communicate summaries of experimental results.

* Assist with the evaluation, interpretation and assessment of experimental data and quality control of assays.

* Participate in meetings with the principal investigator and research staff and evaluate/interpret the validity of data as needed.

* Carry out assigned duties for ordering and maintaining supply of inventories.

* Operate, calibrate and perform routine maintenance on specialized equipment used in research.

* Oversee daily lab operation in the absence of the supervisor or Principal Investigator.

Knowledge - Skills - Abilities

Knowledge of biology, chemistry, mathematics, documentation, and records management.

Data utilization, complex problem solving, critical thinking, resource management, and writing skills.

Preferred Schedule:



Part-time role

Position Requirements:

Specifications

Appropriate experience may be substituted for education on an equivalent basis

Minimum Required Education: Bachelor's degree

Minimum Required Experience: No experience required

Preferred Education: Laboratory science, behavioral science, biology, physiology, or related

Preferred Experience: Rodent surgical and non-surgical procedures, lab-based assays, specimen preparation, data entry and analysis, and general laboratory procedures

Physical Requirements

Ability to pull, push, lift and carry materials of moderate weight; agility in moving around tight spaces with body turns and in performing accurate physical operations that require coordination; ability to climb, balance, stoop, kneel and crouch and to stand or walk continuously for ordinary times and distances; manual dexterity with both hands to manipulate materials and equipment and/or perform surgical and nonsurgical procedures; ability to mentally concentrate for extended periods.

Risk Potential

Little or no exposure to hazards such as dust, fumes, or extreme temperatures, airborne or blood borne pathogens, or extreme temperatures. Potential for exposure to allergens, bites, and scratches. May be required to work in areas where biohazards are used.

Sensory Acuity

Ability to detect and translate speech or other communication required. Ability to distinguish subtle variations in color; detect subtle variations in patterns upon close visual inspection, such as in a tissue examined under a microscope; judge relative distances between objects; record numbers accurately; read extensively, including material on computer terminals.

Work Environment

Occasional exposure to dust, noise, and other environmental conditions may be expected. Work is performed in an environmentally controlled environment. Exposure to animal wastes, chemicals, odors, temperature changes, and wet surfaces may occur.

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