Research Technician II, Medical Sciences; Temporary; College of Medicine-Phoenix

Research Technician II, Basic Medical Sciences (Temporary) (College of Medicine-Phoenix)

University of Arizona – Join the laboratory of Dr. Suwon Kim studying cancer biology. This full‑time temporary position requires a well‑rounded, enthusiastic individual trained in basic molecular and cell biological techniques. Experience with rodents is preferred but not required.

• Full‑time, temporary laboratory technician role.
• Opportunity to work in a cutting‑edge cancer biology lab.

• Work under the supervision of the PI and perform day‑to‑day experiments including tissue culture, DNA, RNA, protein isolation/analysis, cloning, and mouse experiments.
• Record results in laboratory notebooks or data folders.
• Communicate results to the PI promptly and discuss follow‑up experiments and troubleshooting.
• Assist in preparing technical reports, summaries, protocols, and data figures.
• Help set up standard laboratory operations and manage laboratory resources, including reagents and equipment.
• Facilitate maintenance and repair of laboratory equipment.
• Assist with orientation and training of new lab personnel.
• Provide routine and technical administrative support to lab operations.
• Write and update standard laboratory operating procedures and protocols.
• Oversee RLSS compliance for all lab members.

• Clear, concise communication skills, both oral and written.
• Ability to set up and perform a variety of lab or field tests and operations.
• Experience recording results, making observations, analyzing data, and interpreting test results.
• Research knowledge and experience (internship, independent study).

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Three (3) years of relevant experience, or equivalent combination of education and work experience.

• Bachelor’s degree in Biology or a related field.
• Molecular biology experience.
• Experience with rodent surgery.

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