*Research Technician

The Kent lab studies how the apicomplexan parasite Toxoplasma gondii  maintains a chronic infection in different tissues of the host and how these chronically infecting parasites “reactivate”, returning to an acutely virulent state, following host immune dysregulation.  

We are looking for a research technician who will perform lab-bench and animal research to help us understand these processes. Current projects will generate and analyze large transcriptional datasets so experience with or interest in bioinformatics would be a plus. 

Duties:

• Provides assistance to a research staff by conducting simple research experiments, collecting data and samples, keeping records, conducting literature searches, analyzing data, and preparing reports.
• Conducts simple research and laboratory analysis to include but not limited to measure and weigh compounds and solutions, isolate, identify and prepare specimens, and collect samples and other research data.
• Assist in simple clinical research projects collecting data from patients and/or participates in a study or project.
• Collects various forms of data pertaining to the research project or projects, which could include database information patient consent forms, and/or hard files.
• Interprets and analyzes data and discusses with principal investigator.
• Prepares reports concerning the progress of the project.
• Keeps detailed logs of all research related activities.
• Conducts literature searches.
• Conducts data analyses, interprets results, summarizes findings, and presents to Principal Investigator.
• Performs various duties as needed to successfully fulfill the function of the position.

Required Education: Bachelor's Degree in a Biological Science, Chemistry, Physics, Psychology, Sociology, or other health related field. 

Equivalency/Substitution: Will accept 48 months equivalent experience in lieu of the Bachelors Degree.

Skills:

• Knowledge of laboratory safety procedures and regulations.
• Proficient with computers including data software and Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Excel, and Word)
• Ability to communicate verbally and in writing.
• Ability to be detail oriented.
• Ability to collect and analyze data

Advertised Physical Requirements:

• Physical: Standing for prolonged periods. Manual dexterity. Reaching, bending, stooping, and walking.
• Environmental:  Laboratory Environment. Exposure to chemicals, biohazardous materials, carcinogens, or other hazardous materials. 

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