Medical Research Tech III

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Medical Research Tech III

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

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

• Support and coordinate research activities focused on human translation regulation, including in vitro translation systems, reporter-based assays, and viral- and hypoxia-related studies.
• Execute established experimental protocols involving mammalian cell culture, plasmid-based genetic manipulation, and biochemical assays, ensuring accuracy, reproducibility, and proper documentation.
• Maintain core laboratory operations, including cell line maintenance under BSL-2 conditions, preparation and tracking of plasmids and reagents, inventory management, and ensuring compliance with biosafety and institutional regulations.
• Operate and maintain both standard and specialized laboratory equipment.
• Maintain an organized, efficient, and compliant laboratory environment and support the continuity and reliability of experimental workflows across ongoing projects.

Bachelor’s degree in one of the sciences, or equivalent combination (4 years) of job‑related experience and college education. Experience may be substituted for college education on a year‑for‑year basis.

• Prior hands‑on experience with mammalian cell culture, including maintenance of adherent or suspension human cell lines under sterile conditions.
• Experience with molecular cloning and plasmid work, including DNA assembly (e.g., Gibson assembly), mutagenesis, and plasmid preparation.
• Familiarity with transfection methods and basic genome editing workflows (e.g., CRISPR/Cas9 or related systems).
• Experience with biochemical or cell‑based reporter assays, such as luciferase‑based assays or similar quantitative readouts.
• Exposure to protein expression or in vitro translation systems, or related biochemical techniques.
• Experience working in a BSL‑2 laboratory environment and understanding of biosafety and sterile technique practices.
• Experience with record‑keeping, inventory management, and maintaining reproducible workflows in a lab.

• Health Plans:
  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.

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