Research Technologist II

Position Description:

Under general supervision provide support for department research through projects, maintenance and communication of data, and execution of laboratory experiments.

Primary Functions
Carry out experimental designs for research projects and perform routine experiments. Record and compile accurate records and communicate summaries of experimental results. Assist with the evaluation, interpretation and assessment of experimental data and quality control of assays. Participate in meetings with principal investigator and research staff and evaluate/interpret the validity of data. Carry out assigned duties for ordering and maintaining supply of inventories. Operate, calibrate and perform routine maintenance on specialized equipment used in research. Perform routine laboratory maintenance including lab glassware washing, reagent and buffer preparation and lab restocking and cleaning. Examples of experimental procedures are to perform surgical procedures on rodents (e.g., sciatic nerve dissection, nerve harvest), perform rat behavioral experiments, histological and immunohistochemical staining of tissue specimens, cell culture, and electrophysiologic recordings. Duties will be split between the Department of Anesthesia and the Department of Plastic Surgery. Experiments will focus on nerve regeneration and pain modulation.

Other experience and qualifications:
Understanding of scientific approach and methodologies. Understanding of general and specific laboratory procedures. Ability to follow research methodology and protocols. Strong critical thinking, problem solving and attentiveness to detail required. Experience with Excel, Powerpoint, and experimental record keeping preferred. Experience working with rodents preferred.

Preferred Schedule:



variable

Position Requirements:

Specifications:

Appropriate experience may be substituted on equivalent basis.

Minimum Required Education: Bachelor's degree

Minimum Required Experience: No experience required.

Preferred Education: Major in biological sciences preferred.

Preferred Experience: Some laboratory experience preferred. Experience in rodent handling and rodent surgery is highly desirable.

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