Research Technician I - R104232

Department:

Location: Health Sciences Center

Time Type:

Full time

Worker Type:

Regular

Job Req ID: R104232

Minimum Requirements:

Bachelor's degree in a related field and one or more years of research experience, or an equivalent combination of education, training and work experience. Grade 4N

Position Description:

The Research Technician I in the department of Biochemistry and Molecular Genetics will conduct standard and develop novel molecular biology and next generation sequencing tools for grant-funded and new Smith lab projects. Assist with general day-to-day operations of a research laboratory.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Responsible for standard molecular biology laboratory work including nucleic acid extractions, PCR, and next generation library preparation.
• Responsible for cell-based laboratory work including mammalian cell culture and running cell-based activity assays.
• Responsible for independent project management, will assist Principal Investigator with interfacing with collaborative teams both internal and external to UofL.
• Will share responsibilities of general laboratory operations, including sample coordination, instrumentation maintenance, data quality control/assurance/analysis, and training students in lab methodologies.

• Experience in basic molecular biology techniques, including DNA/RNA extraction, PCR, next generation sequencing.
• Experience in manuscript preparation, project management, data analysis/interpretation.

• Organized -- manages time effectively, keeps tasks appropriately prioritized.
• Work ethic -- motivated, diligent, industrious, and persistent in the workplace.
• Critical thinking -- ability to think through issues and identify appropriate problems.
• Teamwork -- ability to work with others and assist others, and take directions from others in the interest of moving processes and programs to the desired outcome.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of Louisville is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer, and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, sex, age, color, national origin, ethnicity, creed, religion, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and expression, marital status, pregnancy, or veteran status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please contact the Employment team at [email protected] or 502.852.6258.

Assistance and Accommodations

Computers are available for application submission at the Human Resources Department located at 215 Central Avenue, Ste 205 - Louisville, Kentucky 40208.

If you require assistance or accommodation with our online application process, please contact us by email at [email protected] or by phone 502-852-6258.