Research Technician

Location: Northern

## Research Technician Apply locations:
Santa Clara, CAtime type:
Full time posted on:
Posted 2 Days Agojob requisition :
R7927##

Position Title:

Research Technician## Position Type:

Fixed Term (Fixed Term)## ## Hiring Range:$28.03- $33.65 per hour; compensation will be based on education, experience, skills relevant to the role, and internal equity.## ## Pay Frequency:

Hourly#

A. POSITION PURPOSE The Research Technician will provide essential technical and operational support for a neuroscience research laboratory investigating the cellular and molecular mechanisms that regulate oligodendrocyte development, myelination, and neuron–glia interactions in health and disease.  #

B.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES ## 1.  Laboratory Operations
* Under the Supervisor’s close guidance, the technician will perform a wide range of experimental procedures, including immunohistochemistry, microscopy, cell culture experiments, and animal colony maintenance.## 2. Data Analysis and Student Training
* Under the Supervisor’s close guidance, the technician will collect and analyze data, and help ensure the successful execution of funded research projects. The technician will also prepare data figures and support training of students.## 3. Chemical and Consumables Ordering
* Keep a working inventory of routinely used chemicals and consumables, and place orders with vendors to replenish these as needed.## 4. Maintenance of Laboratory Safety
* Under the Supervisor’s close guidance, the technician will conduct and document routine digital safety audits using the designated institutional portal.
* The technician will address and resolve small-scale safety violations to maintain compliance within the research space.
* Draft  comprehensive standard operating procedures to facilitate the instruction of students, ensuring all laboratory tasks are performed with a high degree of caution and consistency.#

C.
PROVIDES WORK DIRECTION This position plays a critical role in maintaining research continuity, training student researchers, ensuring compliance with animal care regulations, and generating high-quality, reproducible data that advances the laboratory's scientific mission. Ensures that undergraduate student researchers maintain a safe laboratory environment and adhere to standard laboratory procedures.#

D.
GENERAL GUIDELINES
* Prepares and submits reports as requested and required.
* Develops and implements guidelines to support the functions of the unit.#

E.
QUALIFICATIONS To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The items below are representative of the knowledge, skills, abilities, education, and experience required or preferred. This position requires the ability to effectively establish and maintain cooperative working relationships within an  inclusive multicultural environment and to promote and contribute to a respectful workplace.## 1. Knowledge The technician will have a background in developmental and neurobiology, as well as a working knowledge of basic wet lab techniques.

## 2. Skills The technician will have experience with the following techniques:
* Safe handling of hazardous chemicals
* Animal handling
* PCR* Gel electrophoresis
* Immunohistochemistry* Microscopy
* Image analysis
* Primary cell culture## 3. Abilities The technician is highly organized, detail-oriented, collaborative, and enthusiastic about contributing to a dynamic, team-based research environment.
* Understand and follow laboratory safety regulations
* Work independently
* Work cooperatively as part of a research team, including regular progress reports to the supervisor and other members of the laboratory
* Keep detailed records of work in laboratory notebook## 4. Education
* Bachelor's degree required, preferably in neuroscience, biology, or biochemistry.## 5. Years of Experience
* 0-2 years of experience in a research lab (paid or unpaid) required. #

F.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands described below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, as…