Research Laboratory Technician

Research Laboratory Technician

The University of Miami/UHealth Department of Surgery has an exciting opportunity for a Full Time Research to work in Miami.

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Job Summary:

The Research Laboratory Technician aids scientists in their experiments by monitoring and recording their findings. Moreover, the Research Laboratory Technician ensures laboratory compliance with applicable safety regulations.

Core Responsibilities:

• Cleans, sanitizes, maintains, and operates laboratory equipment.
• Keeps records of research data and assists in analyzing it.
• Maintains inventory of laboratory equipment and supplies and places orders in a timely fashion.
• Proofreads and assists in the writing of manuscripts, grant proposals, and lab protocols.
• Prepares reports of experiment results.
• Performs research by completing simple experiments or steps in more complicated studies.
• Adheres to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguards University assets.

Department Specific Functions:

• Experience with animal models of chemotherapy-induced peripheral neuropathy, microbiome analysis, bacterial culture of engineered probiotics, metabolomics sample processing, and molecular biology techniques is highly desirable.
• Perform chemotherapy-induced peripheral neuropathy (CIPN) mouse studies, including animal handling, dosing, oral gavage, and tissue collection.
• Maintain and culture engineered
  
  E. coli Nissle 1917 (EcN-GAD and EcN-BUT) strains and perform routine quality control procedures.
• Conduct behavioral pain assessments including Randall-Selitto, von Frey, and thermal nociception assays.
• Process biological samples (feces, serum, colon, DRG, spinal cord) for molecular, microbiome, and metabolomic analyses.
• Perform molecular biology techniques including RNA extraction, qPCR, Western blotting, ELISA, and immunofluorescence.
• Assist with microbiome studies, including DNA isolation, library preparation, and sample submission for sequencing.
• Maintain accurate laboratory records, prepare reports, and assist with data entry and analysis.
• Ensure compliance with IACUC, biosafety, and laboratory safety regulations.
• Assist with inventory management, ordering supplies, and maintaining laboratory equipment.
• Participate in manuscript preparation, grant progress reports, and laboratory meetings.

This list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities as necessary.

Core

Qualifications:

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Minimum 1 year of relevant experience
• Skill in completing assignments accurately and with attention to detail.
• Ability to analyze, organize and prioritize work under pressure while meeting deadlines.
• Ability to process and handle confidential information with discretion.
• Ability to work evenings, nights, and weekends as necessary.
• Commitment to the University's core values.
• Ability to work independently and/or in a collaborative environment.

Any relevant education, certifications and/or work experience may be considered.

The University of Miami offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, tuition remission and more.