Laboratory Technician in Cellular and Molecular Biology

California State University, Fullerton, United States

Updated: 12 days ago
Location: Fullerton, CALIFORNIA
Job Type: PartTime
Deadline: 19 Apr 2024




The technician will provide support for the principal investigator and students working in projects related to the characterization and function of ion channels in protozoan parasites. The technician will be primarily responsible of the maintenance of laboratory equipment, organize and order reagents, and perform additional laboratory duties as assigned, included but not limited to preparation of media and reagents, maintenance of parasites and mammalian cells, purification of recombinant proteins and preparation of liposomes for electrophysiology recordings. Additionally, the technician will oversee the update of laboratory chemical and cellular stocks, protocols and data backup. 
 
*Please be aware that funding for this position is awarded through a Grant/Contract over a specified period. Employment for this position beyond current Grant/Contract funding is contingent upon continued funding.


Essential Duties

  • Laboratory general organization and assistance with purchases
  • Preparation of cell culture media and reagents
  • Mammalian cells culture.
  • Parasite strain maintenance.
  • Expression and purification of recombinant proteins
  • Analytical assessment of strains by western blot and immunofluorescence analysis
  • Preparation of liposomes
  • Other duties as assigned.


Qualifications

  • Strong communication and organizational skills are required. 
  • Working knowledge of molecular and cell biology techniques that include mammalian cell culture, molecular cloning, and protein biochemistry. 
  • Ability to work collaboratively and independently and meet deadlines. 
EDUCATION:
  • Minimum PhD in cell biology or related fields. 
  • Postdoctoral experience is desirable. 



PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Prolonged sitting in front of computer. Walking, talking, hearing, pulling, bending, may carry 10-15 pounds of objects/material, not exposed to extreme noise level, use hands to finger, handle, or feel, reach with hands or arms, stoop, kneel, taste or smell.
 
BENEFITS: 
Health, dental, vision, life/AD&D, health care flex plan, LTD, vacation, sick leave, holiday, credit union, tuition reimbursement and retirement plan. All benefits will be administered according to policies and/or procedures.
 
APPLICATION PROCEDURE:
Your application will be considered incomplete without the submission of a:

  • CV
  • One (1) page-maximum statement describing how your qualifications align with the requirement of this job. 
CSU Fullerton, Auxiliary Services Corporation (ASC) is committed with Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) practice.  This means hiring diverse talent and ensuring employees understand and respect differences around us. ASC is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer and a member of E-Verify. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex including sexual orientation and gender identity, national origin, disability, protected Veteran Status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
 
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A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily before any candidate can be offered a position with the ASC. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the application status of applicants or continued employment of current ASC employees who apply for the position. 
 
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