Research Senior Technician to assist and support scientific investigation to study gene therapy as directed in the Department of Biological Chemistry and Pharmacology, Ophthalmology & Vision Science and Gene therapy institute
Requirements
- performs a variety of molecular, cellular, and biological research techniques and procedures including PCR reactions, gel electrophoresis, assays, cell cultures and Northern and Western analysis
- sorts and processes tissue and blood samples
- tests and evaluates current procedures
- performs routine procedures on lab animals
- records, consolidates and assists with analysis of research results
- assists in evaluating validity of data obtained from experimental procedures
- sets up and operates laboratory equipment
Responsibilities
- independently conducts assigned experiments
- performs a variety of molecular, cellular, and biological research techniques and procedures including PCR reactions, gel electrophoresis, assays, cell cultures and Northern and Western analysis
- sorts and processes tissue and blood samples
- tests and evaluates current procedures
- performs routine procedures on lab animals
- records, consolidates and assists with analysis of research results
- assists in evaluating validity of data obtained from experimental procedures
Other
- Bachelor's Level Degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- 4 years of relevant experience required with High School diploma or GED, 2 years of relevant experience required with Associate's Degree, or 0 years of relevant experience required with Bachelor's Degree.
- ability to translate, adapt and apply academic or practical knowledge in the conduct of biological/health science research is required.
- Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check.
- A drug screen or physical may be required during the post offer process.
