Research Technician

Lab And Research Assistant 2 Non-Exempt

Job Family:
Lab and Research Support

Time Type:
Full time

Position Salary Range: $21.20 - $22.62 per hour; DOE

Job Profile

Summary:

Performs intermediate to complex technical support, general lab maintenance, and lab operational support with some degree of independence to aid in research projects. Responsible for following lab safety standards.

Job Description:

The Biodesign Institute's Center for Personalized Diagnostics is seeking a Research Technician to support the Protein Array Core. This position performs high-throughput functional proteomics and multiplexed immunoassays using NAPPA (Nucleic Acid Programmable Protein Array) protein microarrays and MISPA (Multiplexed In-Solution Protein Array) platforms for internal and external investigators. The Research Technician maintains laboratory operations and sample inventories and contributes to the delivery of high-quality research services in a collaborative core facility environment.

Essential Duties:

• Perform high-throughput functional proteomics and multiplexed immunoassays using NAPPA protein microarrays and MISPA in-solution protein assay platforms in support of internal and external investigators using established laboratory protocols and standard operating procedures.
• Prepare biological buffers, reagents, solutions, samples, and assay materials required for routine laboratory operations.
• Perform microarray printing operations according to established protocols and provide scheduled coverage by working periodic early morning or afternoon to evening laboratory shifts as required by printing schedules.
• Perform routine quality control procedures, including agarose gel electrophoresis, SDS-PAGE, and other assay quality assessments to ensure data quality and reproducibility.
• Operate, maintain, and perform basic troubleshooting of laboratory instrumentation used in functional proteomics, molecular biology, cell culture, and microarray workflows.
• Maintain accurate laboratory records, sample inventories, quality control documentation, and electronic databases.
• Maintain inventories of biological specimens and research materials, including serum samples, bacterial glycerol stocks, purified DNA, and other laboratory resources.
• Perform routine laboratory maintenance, monitor laboratory supplies, and assist with equipment upkeep to support efficient core facility operations.
• Collaborate effectively with core facility personnel, faculty, researchers, students, and external users to provide high-quality research services and technical support.
• Assist with training students, staff, and laboratory users in core facility procedures and operation of laboratory equipment, as assigned.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Desired

Qualifications:

• Experience working in a biological research laboratory through employment, undergraduate research, internships, or other hands-on laboratory experience.
• Experience with molecular biology, protein chemistry, cell culture, or immunoassay techniques.
• Experience operating or learning laboratory instrumentation and following established laboratory protocols.
• Demonstrated organizational skills and attention to detail, including maintaining accurate laboratory records and sample inventories.
• Demonstrated ability to follow detailed written protocols and standard operating procedures.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple responsibilities and work effectively in a collaborative team environment.
• Familiarity with MS Office features such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Demonstrated effective written and verbal communication skills.

Working Environment:

• Activities are performed in a laboratory and office environment requiring extended periods of standing, walking, and occasional sitting.
• Regular use of laboratory equipment, computers, and other scientific instrumentation requiring visual acuity and manual dexterity.
• Frequent bending, stooping, reaching, and lifting of laboratory supplies and equipment weighing up to 20 pounds.
• Ability to clearly communicate with faculty, researchers, students, and laboratory staff to perform essential duties.
• Work is performed in a BSL-2 laboratory requiring the use of appropriate personal protective equipment.
• Occasional schedule adjustments, including early morning or afternoon laboratory shifts, may be required to support core facility operations.
• Regular review of completed tasks and adherence to established laboratory protocols and quality standards.

Department Statement:
Each year since 2016, ASU has been named the most innovative school in the nation, recognizing the university's culture of groundbreaking research and partnerships, as well as its commitment to helping students thrive in college and beyond. U.S. News and World Report has named ASU as the most innovative university all eleven years the category has existed.

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