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Research/Laboratory Technician

Portland, United States

The Havrda Laboratory is seeking a Research/Laboratory Technician to provide technical support and perform experiments investigating the cellular and molecular basis of neurological disorders. The primary activities focus on the use of in vivo and in vitro models of Parkinson’s disease to understand the function of innate immune cells in the response to neurotoxic chemicals and pathological protein aggregate

This is a full-time position with a competitive benefits package, funded through grants and contracts secured by the Principal Investigator (PI). The schedule may occasionally include weekend hours, conference travel, and participation in community outreach events. The position also offers opportunities for professional development and career advancement.

About the University of New England
UNE is Maine’s largest private university, with two beautiful coastal campuses in Maine, a one-of-a-kind study-abroad campus in Tangier, Morocco, and an array of flexible online offerings. In an uncommonly welcoming and supportive community, we offer hands-on learning, empowering students to positively impact a world full of challenges. We are the state’s top provider of health professionals and home to Maine’s only medical and dental colleges, a variety of other interprofessionally aligned health care programs, and nationally recognized programs in the marine sciences, the natural and social sciences, business, the humanities, and the arts.

Benefits Overview

Multiple health and dental plan options, plus vision coverage.
Up to 8% retirement plan match.
Generous leave time, including vacation, sick, and personal time, and 12+ holidays per year.
Educational benefits:
- UNE tuition waiver for employees, spouses, and domestic partners.
- UNE tuition waiver for dependents of employees with 1 year of full-time service.
  - 50% tuition reduction if less than 1 year of full-time service.

For more information about our outstanding benefits, please visit: UNE Benefits Overview

Responsibilities

Perform various experimental protocols involving cell culture, rodent surgeries, immunohistochemistry, microscopy, and molecular analysis relevant to the PI’s projects in neurodegeneration and neuroimmunology.
Participate in ongoing studies in mouse models including animal handling and genotyping.
Prepare reagents and buffers and perform routine laboratory maintenance and cleaning duties.
Keep records of experimental data. Maintain complete and accurate logs containing methodological details and results.
Perform data entry and analysis. Graph data for presentation in posters, manuscripts, and PowerPoint presentations.
Present data at lab meetings, attend local conferences, and occasional travel to regional and national meetings.
Maintain equipment and make sure all equipment is running optimally. Coordinate student researchers and technicians’ use of equipment.
Perform inventory and order laboratory supplies.
Make sure the laboratory supplies are organized and properly labeled for use and checked for expiration dates.
Maintain laboratory space in a clean and safe fashion. Train undergraduate and medical students.
Understand and comply with the University of New England Safety Manual and Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee (IACUC) approved protocols.
Successfully complete initial training for Hazardous waste handling, IACUC, and other indicated training within 90 days of date of hire. Ongoing training and refresher courses as needed.
Understand and comply with MSDS and HAZCOM procedures and policies as part of UNE’s comprehensive OSHA compliance program, and IACUC approved protocols.
Understand and comply with OSHA requirements (29 CFR Part 1910) for Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) as defined by the University Chemical Hygiene Officers, the Environmental Health and Safety Coordinator (EHSC), the supervisor and Chapter 17 of the University of New England Safety Manual.
Understand and comply with Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA) Standards.
Other duties may also be assigned.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Biology or a related scientific field required.
Experience working in a research laboratory setting, including performing basic experiments and analyzing data.
Prior experience with sterile cell culture, mouse handling, microscopy, PCR, or undergraduate research is desirable but not required.
Familiarity with programming in R and/or experience in genetics and data science is a plus.

EEO Statement Summary

Consistent with federal and state law and University policy, the University of New England is committed to the fundamental concept of equal opportunity for all of the members of the University community. The University prohibits, and will not tolerate, discrimination in employment, the provision of academic services or in any other area of University life based on race, color, sex, physical or mental disability, religion, age, ancestry, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, ethnicity, genetic information, HIV status, or status as a veteran. Prohibited bias factors should not motivate decisions regarding students, employees, applicants for admission, applicants for employment, contractors, volunteers or participants in and/or users of institutional programs, services, and activities.

COVID Vaccination Statement (PLEASE NOTE)

Employees in clinical settings must meet the State of Maine’s immunization requirements for clinical activity.

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