Research Technologist II

Position Description:

Summary

Under general direction carry out experimental design for sponsored research projects, including compilation and analysis of data generated.

Primary Responsibilities

• Carry out routine and complex experiments in both a laboratory and transgenic core setting including embryo micromanipulation, survival surgery, cryopreservation, and reconstitution.
• Perform routine husbandry of rodent animal colonies.
• Monitor inventory and order lab supplies; carry out assigned duties for ordering, maintaining supply of inventory.
• Prepare media and maintain cells by various culturing in techniques.
• Participate in meetings with principal investigator and research staff and evaluate/interpret the validity of data as needed.
• Oversee daily core lab operation in the absence of the supervisor or Principal Investigator.
• Assist in development and implementation of research protocols.
• Record and compile accurate records and communicate summaries of experimental results.
• Help evaluate, interpret, and assess experimental data and quality control of assays.
• Operate, calibrate and perform routine maintenance on specialized equipment used in research.
• Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge – Skills – Abilities

• Knowledge of biology, chemistry, mathematics, documentation, and records management.
• Data utilization, complex problem solving, critical thinking, resource management, and writing skills.
• Experience with micromanipulation of rodent embryos, cryopreservation and reconstitution techniques strongly preferred

Preferred Schedule:
Monday-Friday 8:00-5:00 some weekends

Position Requirements:

Qualifications

Appropriate experience may be substituted on equivalent basis.

Minimum Required Education: Bachelor’s degree

Minimum Required Experience: 1 year

Preferred Education: B.S. or B.A. in science related field

Preferred Experience: 2 years of transgenic core experience, animal handling, familiarity with IACUC regulations

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