Research Senior Technician

Job Description

Job Description

Research Technician 3 to assist and support banked samples of neurological disorders as directed in the Neuroscience Research Institute; independently conducts assigned experiments; performs a variety of molecular, cellular, and biological research techniques and procedures, nucleic acid extractions, cell cultures; sorts and processes tissue and blood samples; tests and evaluates current procedures; assists in evaluating validity of data obtained from experimental procedures; summarizes data for inclusion in grant proposals and manuscripts; prepares research progress reports; assists principal investigator with the preparation of publications, manuscripts, articles, posters, and abstracts; and other administrative duties as assigned by the Principal investigator; oversees and maintains accurate records of laboratory activities; assists with training of junior research staff, and undergraduate students in research methods and equipment operation; sets up and operates laboratory equipment; monitors research supply, including specimens, inventory and initiates procurement requests as needed.

Minimum Education Required

Bachelor's Level Degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Required Qualifications

Bachelors Degree or equivalent combination of education experience; 0-1 years relevant experience required; ability to translate, adapt and apply academic or practical knowledge in the conduct of biological/health science research is required. Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check. A drug screen or physical may be required during the post offer process.

Function: Research and Scholarship

Sub Function: Research

Career Band: T

Career Level:T3