Research Senior Technician - Davis Heart & Lung Research Institute

Overview

Research Senior Technician to assist and support scientific investigation as directed in the Dorothy M. Davis Heart and Lung Research Institute; independently conducts assigned experiments; performs molecular, cellular, and biological research techniques and procedures including PCR, gel electrophoresis, assays, cell cultures and Northern and Western analyses; sorts and processes tissue and blood samples; tests and evaluates current procedures; performs routine procedures on lab animals;

records, consolidates and assists with analysis of research results; assists in evaluating validity of data obtained from experimental procedures; summarizes data for inclusion in grant proposals and manuscripts; prepares research progress reports; assists principal investigator with the preparation of publications, manuscripts, articles, posters, and abstracts; conducts library research on requested topics; maintains accurate records of laboratory activities; assists with training of junior research staff and undergraduate and graduate students in research methods and equipment operation;

sets up and operates laboratory equipment; monitors research supply, including specimens, inventory and initiates procurement requests as needed.

• Independently conduct assigned experiments using molecular, cellular, and biological techniques (PCR, gel electrophoresis, assays, cell culture).
• Sort and process tissue and blood samples; test and evaluate procedures; perform routine procedures on lab animals.
• Record, consolidate, and analyze research results; assist in data validation and synthesis for grant proposals and manuscripts.
• Prepare research progress reports; assist with publications, posters, abstracts; perform literature research.
• Maintain accurate laboratory records; assist with training of junior staff, and undergraduate and graduate students in research methods and equipment operation.
• Set up and operate laboratory equipment; monitor supplies and initiate procurement as needed.

Bachelor s Degree or equivalent experience required; 4 years of relevant experience required with High School diploma or GED, 2 years of relevant experience required with Associate s Degree, or 0 years of relevant experience required with Bachelor s Degree.

The university is an equal opportunity employer, including veterans and disability.