Research Technician

Job Category
:
Life, Physical and Social Science Occupations

Requisition Number
: RESEA
001481

• Full-Time

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Charles R. Drew University of Medicine and Science
1731

E. 120th Street
Los Angeles, CA 90059, USA

Under the general direction of Principal Investigator, provides technical support in molecular endocrinology, diabetes and obesity research laboratory. Responsibilities includes project planning, data collection, experimental protocols and procedures; bench work involving lab techniques focused in molecular biology, and small animal studies.

• Protein and RNA extract from mouse tissues and mammalian cells.
• siRNA transfection in vivo and in vitro
• Immunohistochemistry
• DNA cloning and plasmid purification
• Perform animal studies including diabetic animal model generation and treatment.

• Perform other related duties as assigned.

• Undergraduate degree (B.A., B.S.) required in Biological Sciences or related filed.

• 1-3 years experience in related field.
• Strong background in biochemistry and/or molecular biology.

• Familiar with molecular biology techniques/science including extraction of DNA, RNA and protein, Western blots, cell culture techniques, immunohistochemistry, and instrumentation.
• Ability to follow protocol performing experiments.
• Capability to work independently.
• Knowledge of optics and microscopy is a plus but not essential
• Proficient with MS Word, MS Excel, PowerPoint and Internet Explorer.

• The ability to perform highly detailed work with sustained attention and care while providing/obtaining information on numerous inquiries is paramount to success in this position.

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Ability to work effectively with a diverse community.

• The mental demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Frequent variety of unrelated tasks. Constant calculating interrupted work, a variety of interrelated tasks, and use of sustained concentration, reasoning, judgment, resourcefulness, analytical ability, and ingenuity.

• Ability to work effectively with a diverse community.

As a health professions institution of higher education, Charles R. Drew University of Medicine and Science seeks to protect the health and safety of the University community. As a condition of enrollment and employment, students, faculty, and staff must comply with the current CDU Covid-19 requirements as described on the CDU Covid-19 webpage. Please visit the CDU Return to Campus website https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below).

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• Full Time, Non-Exempt

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