Medical Research Tech IV

Medical Research Tech IV

Lubbock, TX

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Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center is enriching the lives of others by educating students, providing excellent patient care, and advancing knowledge through innovative research. TTUHSC graduates more health care professionals than any other health care institution in the state, conferring 24.2% of all degrees and certificates awarded from health‑related institutions in Texas. By providing comprehensive clinical services to more than 10 million individuals across 121 counties, TTUHSC is dedicated to advancing the health of people throughout Texas and beyond.

This is where world‑class education meets compassionate patient care – and we believe that our people are the reason for our institution’s lasting success and bright future. Being part of the TTUHSC team means being part of an innovative and supportive community that empowers each individual to do their best work. Through our values‑based culture, TTUHSC is committed to cultivating an exceptional workplace community with a positive culture that puts people first.

Employees in this classification provide support in an assigned research laboratory conducting specified phases of research projects. They work independently and are responsible for developing new procedures and techniques to be utilized in laboratory research projects and experiments. Work is performed under usual laboratory conditions. Some hazards may be present due to use of radioactive, carcinogenic, or other potentially harmful substances.

Responsibilities include ensuring overall cleanliness of the laboratory and equipment, ordering and maintaining an adequate stock of necessary supplies, and may instruct or direct work of subordinate laboratory personnel.

The position is to develop an optimized human cystic fibrosis transmembrane conductance regulator (hCFTR) sequence for use in human gene therapy that maximizes biogenesis and gating efficiencies while minimizing protein length and non‑native point mutations.

The project involves techniques such as molecular biology, cell biology, culturing of mammalian cells, Western blots, fluorescence microscopy, and cell‑based assays, including ELISA and chloride channel activity measurements.

• Master's degree in one of the sciences, or equivalent combination (6 years) of job‑related experience and college education. Experience may be substituted for college education on a year‑for‑year basis.

• Experience in flow cytometry and the detection of fluorescence and luminescence probes is desirable. Experience with the CFTR literature.
• Knowledge of laboratory techniques, procedures, and nomenclature; knowledge of the theories and principles related to the research area.
• Familiarity with laboratory equipment and sensitive substances (such as CFTR cor rectors and potentiators) used in the experiment is required.
• Working knowledge of computers is preferred.
• Experience working in the area of the current research project and well‑versed with Excel, Chemi Doc, and Chemi Quant analyses.

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• Health Plans + Supplemental Coverage Options – Individual health insurance provided at no cost for full‑time team members
• Paid Time Off – Including holidays, vacation, sick leave and more
• Retirement Plans
• Wellness Programs
• Certified Mother‑Friendly Workplace

Additionally, TTUHSC invests in the success of our team members by providing opportunities for personal and professional growth, including lifelong learning programs, recognition programs, and health and wellness initiatives. Team members also enjoy a variety of other perks, such as special membership rates at local gyms and golf courses, access to state‑of‑the‑art software and facilities, and discounts on travel, technology, entertainment and more.

Full Time, Hourly, Day shift, Grant funded.

All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to sex, race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.

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