Research Technician - BIO

University of North Carolina at Charlotte, United States

Updated: 3 months ago
Location: Charlotte, NORTH CAROLINA
Job Type: FullTime
Deadline: 15 Feb 2024

Position Information
General Information


Position Number STMP15
Working Title Research Technician - BIO
Division Academic Affairs
Department Col Liberal Arts & Science (Col)
Work Unit Biological Sciences
Work Location Woodward Hall
Vacancy Open To All Candidates
Position Designation Non-Student Temporary
Employment Type Temporary - Full-time
Hours per week 40
Work Schedule
Monday-Friday 8:00 to 5:00 (schedule may vary)
Pay Rate 40,000.00
Minimum Experience/Education
-BSc in Biology, genetics or a related field
-Minimum of 1+ years of hands on experience with C. elegans
Departmental Preferred Experience, Skills, Training/Education:
Requirements:
- BSc or Masters degree in biology, genetics, or a related field
- Minimum of 1+ years of hands-on experience with C. elegans
- Highly organized, adept at multitasking, excellent time management, and strong communication skills
- Proficient in genetics and molecular biology techniques
- Familiarity with microscopy and imaging techniques
- Resourceful, independent, fast learner, and effective team player
- Meticulous record and inventory keeping with exceptional organizational skills
Duties and Responsibilities
Responsibilities:
· Independently and collaboratively design and execute experiments to explore molecular mechanisms of aging and potential interventions using C. elegans.
· Organizing and maintaining databases of laboratory reagents, such as strains, constructs, primers and other lab reagents.
· Perform C. elegans generation of transgenic animals through microinjection techniques.
· Lead an independent research project, for which training will be provided.
· Manage daily lab operations and ensure organizational efficiency.
· Contribute to the maintenance of laboratory equipment and supplies.
· Assist in training and supervising undergraduate students, new lab members, and interns in laboratory techniques and procedures.
Other Work/Responsibilities
We are currently recruiting a full-time Research Technician with experience in C. elegans and molecular biology to join our team. The successful candidate will provide assistance with our research projects and assist in organizing laboratory reagents and waste management. There is also an exciting opportunity for the candidate to lead an independent project focused on deciphering intertissue stress-signaling dynamics between the gut and other tissues.
Necessary Licenses or Certifications
Proposed Hire Date 03/01/2024
Expected Length of Assignment 12 months
Posting Open Date 02/02/2024
Posting Close Date 02/15/2024
Special Notes to Applicants
Part-time temporary positions do not offer healthcare benefits, leave accrual (paid time off), or retirement entitlement (state service).
Full-time temporary positions do not offer leave accrual (paid time off), or retirement entitlement (state service) benefits.
However, full-time temporary employees are eligible to participate in a High Deductible Health Plan (HDHP).
Please use these links for more information:
https://www.shpnc.org/employee-benefits/high-deductible-health-plan
http://hr.uncc.edu/benefits/health-plan-options

Similar Positions