Research Technician 2-Physiology

University of Tennessee Health Science Center, United States

Updated: about 4 hours ago
Location: Memphis, TENNESSEE
Job Type: FullTime

Research Technician 2-Physiology - 240000000F 



Description

 

Market Range: 05

Hiring Salary: $19.10/Hourly

 

JOB SUMMARY/ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:   The Research Assistant performs a wide range of cell and animal experiments and manages the stocks, ordering of supplies and compliance of the laboratory with pertinent regulations. This position will focus on Cardiovascular Research in the Physiology Department at the University of Tennessee Health Science Center.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES : 

  • Handles and manages animal colonies and genotyping mice.
  • Harvests tissues, prepares RNA/DNA samples, and performs molecular assays including PCR with mice.
  • Performs biochemical and molecular assays.
  • Creates and maintains electronic database of animal colonies; maintains comprehensive lab records and experimental data. 
  • Assists graduate students and postdocs with animal experiments.
  • Maintains equipment in proper working order and clean work areas.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.                                                                                         
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    Qualifications

     

    MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:  

    EDUCATION: Bachelor’s Degree in one of the life sciences. (TRANSCRIPT REQUIRED)

    EXPERIENCE: OR a combination of college coursework and work experience to equal eight (8) years.

    KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

    • Ability to handle animal colonies.
    • Knowledge in animal tissue harvesting.
    • Ability to perform biochemical analyses.
    • Ability to clearly communicate with team members.
    • Hygiene techniques to help maintain animal and experimental spaces.
     


    Job
      Research Technical 
    Primary Location
      US-Tennessee-Memphis 
    Organization
      Physiology 
    Campus/Institute  Memphis 
    Schedule
      Full-time 
    Job Posting
      Jan 11, 2024, 3:28:21 PM 


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