Research Technologist 1 - Smith Lab

Conducts tests and procedures; sets up and operates equipment; records observations and measurements and collects and compiles data in a research lab; requires a practical understanding of a limited number of standard scientific techniques.

Please note: 8am-5pm

Full-time position in an academic lab. Flexibility in work hours required. Lab environment includes work with viruses under biosafety level 2 conditions.

Specific Responsibilities:

• Follows pre-defined protocols, policies, procedure, regulations, Good Clinical and Good Laboratory Practices and conducts standard and repetitive experiments and completes basic trouble-shooting techniques.
• Sets-up, operates and maintains standard lab equipment.
• Using an entry level of skill, completes the following activities (please highlight):
  • Molecular Biology:
    • DNA, RNA, Protein isolation, purification and expression Southern, Northern, Western blotting
    • PCR, RT-PCR
    • Plasmid preparation
    • Cloning, mapping and sequencing of DNA
    • Recombinant virus production and purification
  • Cellular Biology:
    • Cell culture, cell isolation
    • Functional studies
    • Transfection
• Records test results and may maintain databases.
• Maintains inventory of reagents, mice and lab supplies

Miscellaneous

• Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

• HS diploma or equivalent and some basic science courses is required.

Minimum Competencies: (Skills, knowledge, and abilities.)

• Experience working in a laboratory environment.

Preferred Qualifications:

• B.A. or B.S. degree in chemistry or life sciences.

Preferred Competencies: (Skills, knowledge, and abilities)

• Lab experience in molecular biology.

Benefits:
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