Research Technician

Grade:      V13
Hourly Rate: $23.38

A variety of important factors are reviewed by HR when considering salary, including job duties, the applicant’s education and experience, all relevant internal equity considerations, department budget, and funding source.

Under direction of the Principal Investigator (PI), Dr. Anjali Rajadhyaksha and her designee, the Research Technician will join the highly energetic Molecular Neuroscience Laboratory focused on studying the neurobiology of addiction, neuropsychiatric disorders and brain developmental disorders, as well as assisting with administrative support for the PIs laboratory. This role provides laboratory technical support and includes various molecular, cellular, and behavioral assays using mouse model.

Responsibilities include:
•    Prepares and maintains detailed records, logs and summary reports of all procedures and results including graphs, scientific calculations, and statistical analysis charting
•    May be responsible for animal husbandry, genotyping, rodent animal surgeries, post-operative care, behavioral testing, brain sectioning, and histology.
•    May perform routine molecular biology laboratory procedures, such as PCR, protein and DNA electrophoresis, cloning and DNA preparation.
•    May run routine biochemistry assays including western blotting and RT-PCR.
•    May perform microscopic imaging analyses.
•    May be responsible for the receipt, storage, cataloguing and shipment of samples within and between institutions.
•    Ensures a clean working area and is responsible for washing and storing glassware.
•    Ensures that safe laboratory practices are followed, including the use and disposal of chemicals and hazardous materials.
•    Analyzes data using computer software and reports results to the principal investigator(s).
•    Provides technical support to faculty and staff including training of new employees, graduate students, summer students, postdoctoral associates, and fellows.
•    Participates in planning and carrying out experiments. Assists in preparing research protocols.
•    Conducts library research and literature searches using various computer systems. Assists in editing scientific publications, abstracts and posters.
•    Maintains inventory of supplies, equipment and/or reagents. May order supplies/equipment/reagents as authorized or ensure that needs are escalated appropriately. Receives supply orders and confirms accuracy of delivery. May assist with cost control.
•    Ensures that facilities and equipment are in optimal and proper working condition. Coordinates preventative maintenance and repairs as needed.
•    May perform minor repairs if qualified and as needed. May advise on upgrades for performance enhancements.
Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Education & Experience:
At least three years of related laboratory experience. An equivalent combination of education and experience is required. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

Required Skills & Abilities:
•    Experience working with rodent models
•    Experience in a biological lab
•    Proficiency in performing research support functions
•    Ability to work under direct supervision
•    Efficient communication and collaborative skills

Preferred:
*Bachelor’s Degree in Neuroscience, Psychology, Biology, or related field

This position requires a background check.
This is a grant funded position.

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Compliance Statement: In the performance of their functions as detailed in the position description employees have an obligation to avoid ethical, legal, financial and other conflicts of interest to ensure that their actions and outside activities do not conflict with their primary employment responsibilities at the institution. Employees are also expected to understand and be in compliance with applicable laws, University and employment policies and regulations, including NCAA regulations for areas and departments which their essential functions cause them to interact.

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