Research Technician - Markowitz Lab

Overview

Georgia Tech is a top-ranked public research university situated in the heart of Atlanta, serving over 45,000 students with top-ranked programs across engineering, computing, science, business, design, and liberal arts. The Institute is committed to developing leaders who advance technology and improve the human condition, and it values academic excellence, diversity, collaboration, innovation, ethical behavior, and stewardship.

The Markowitz Lab’s mission is to resolve how the brain controls movement in health and disease by developing precise tools for measuring behavior and neural activity. The lab focuses on kinematics tracking in mice and new fluorescent biosensors, with a particular emphasis on the dopamine pathway implicated in neurological disorders.

The Research Technician supports scientific research projects by conducting experiments, collecting data, and maintaining laboratory equipment and supplies. This position requires a strong understanding of research methodologies and protocols and the ability to collaborate effectively with researchers.

• Conduct experiments and research activities according to established protocols and methodologies to ensure the integrity and accuracy of data collected.
• Prepare and maintain laboratory equipment, ensuring all instruments are calibrated and functioning properly to support ongoing research projects.
• Collect, record, and analyze data meticulously using appropriate software and statistical methods to contribute to the research findings.
• Assist in the preparation of research materials, including reagents, samples, and solutions, following precise formulations and safety protocols.
• Maintain accurate laboratory records and documentation, including experiment logs, inventory lists, and safety compliance reports, to uphold regulatory standards.
• Participate in training sessions for new laboratory personnel, providing guidance on equipment usage, safety procedures, and research protocols.
• Monitor laboratory safety practices by conducting routine inspections and ensuring compliance with institutional safety regulations and guidelines.
• Stay current on advancements in research techniques and technologies by engaging in professional development opportunities and attending relevant workshops or conferences.
• Collaborate with principal investigators and other research team members to develop project plans and timelines, ensuring milestones are met.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

High School Diploma, GED, or Vocational School Diploma/Degree.

No prior relevant work experience required.

• Molecular biology
• Cell culture
• Histology
• Stereotactic injection
• Mouse husbandry

• Basic knowledge of processes for the assigned work.
• Ability to learn new information/tasks.
• Can perform standard tasks.

The Georgia Institute of Technology is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The Institute is committed to maintaining a fair and respectful environment for all and complies with all applicable laws and regulations governing equal opportunity in the workplace and educational activities. Georgia Tech prohibits discrimination, including discriminatory harassment, on the basis of race, ethnicity, ancestry, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability, genetics, or veteran status, and it prohibits citizenship status, immigration status, and national origin discrimination in hiring and recruitment, except where required by law.

Salary range: $30,000.00-$40,000.00 per year.

Location:

Atlanta, GA. Job grade: R01. This is not a supervisory position. The position does not have financial responsibilities, does not require driving, is not considered a position of trust, does not require a purchasing card, does not require travel, and does not require a security clearance.

Candidate will be expected to perform basic molecular biology tasks (cell culture maintenance, cloning, PCR), assist systems neuroscience experiments (mouse husbandry, histology, stereotactic injection), and carry out laboratory organizational tasks (inventory, regulatory compliance). Experience in these tasks is preferred, but the lab will train motivated individuals willing to work hard.

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