Research Technician III (Department of Cellular & Molecular Medicine)

The Colson Lab is seeking a highly motivated candidate for a Research Technician III position in the Department of Cellular and Molecular Medicine. Dr. Brett Colson's NIH funded laboratory focuses on understanding the molecular interactions and structural dynamics of proteins involved in regulating contraction and relaxation of cardiac and skeletal muscle. The lab aims to determine the culprits of contractile dysfunction and remodeling in heart failure and muscle disorders, and then apply these insights to design novel therapies. We use biophysical approaches, such as time-resolved FRET (fluorescence resonance energy transfer) with site-directed probes on muscle proteins such as actin, myosin, and myosin-binding protein C (MyBP-C), to assess mechanism of action. The candidate will perform data collection, laboratory techniques, and assist with and provide general laboratory support. Individuals competitive for this position will have a demonstrated track record of integrity, responsibility, and professionalism.

Outstanding UA benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance plans; life insurance and disability programs; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; UA/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; retirement plans; access to UA recreation and cultural activities; and more!

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Duties and Responsibilities:

• Perform lab experiments with minimal supervision including gel electrophoresis for protein analyses, chromatography for protein purification from cells and tissue, mouse dissections, and other specific muscle protein binding experiments such as co-sedimentation and fluorescence-based assays.
• Assist and organize with the set-up of the laboratory experiments and equipment and prepare chemical stocks and buffers.
• Ensure compliance with lab procedures, protocols, and quality control.
• Collect and analyze data, and document the results of experiments.
• Record information and maintain detailed records of experimental procedures and data to assist with planning and analyzing results for presentation purposes. Provide data to PI for use in grant submissions and publications.
• Develop, write, and implement lab protocols and standard operating procedures for research lab.
• Clean, sterilize, and maintain lab equipment.
• Track inventory and order additional supplies when necessary, in accordance with university purchasing policies and procedures.
• Train PhD students and other laboratory staff on the use of research equipment.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of modern research methods, data collection and analysis.
• Skill in analyzing and evaluating data.
• Ability to effectively communicate.

• Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience, or equivalent combination of education and work experience.
• High school diploma or high school diploma equivalency is required.

• Bachelor's degree in Life Sciences