Research Technician - Pediatrics

Summary

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

• Carry out experimental designs for sponsored research projects and perform routine experiments.
• 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 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.
• Prepare media and maintain cells by various culturing techniques.
• Oversee daily lab operation in the absence of the supervisor or principal investigator.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Knowledge of biology, chemistry, mathematics, documentation, and records management.
• Data utilization, complex problem solving, critical thinking, resource management, and writing skills.

Appropriate experience may be substituted for education on an equivalent basis.

Minimum Required

Education:

Bachelor’s degree

Minimum

Required Experience:

No experience required

Sensory acuity: ability to detect and translate speech or other communication required. May occasionally require the ability to distinguish colors and perceive relative distances between objects.

• Outstanding Healthcare Coverage, including but not limited to Health, Vision, and Dental.
• Flexible Spending options.
• 403B Retirement Package.
• Competitive Vacation and Paid Holidays.
• Tuition Reimbursement.
• Paid Parental Leave.
• Employee & Family Assistance Program (EFAP).
• Pet Insurance.
• On‑campus Fitness Facility offering onsite classes.
• Discounted rates on items such as select cell phone plans, local fitness facilities, and Milwaukee recreation and entertainment.

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Employees and applicants may not be subjected to harassment that is prohibited by law or treated adversely or retaliated against based upon a protected characteristic.