Research Laboratory Technician II, Gerontology
About The Position
A laboratory technician role is available in biomedical research laboratory specializing in cellular metabolism measurements using sophisticated respirometry instrumentation. The technician will help support future and ongoing studies and trials by retrieving blood or tissue samples from a clinical research unit and assisting in their processing/isolation and assessment. Other duties may include coordinating with other laboratories or core facilities, assisting core facility users, analyzing data, and attending laboratory or study meetings. Previous experience or education in a field related to metabolism or mitochondrial biology is a plus as is any past work with the Seahorse Extracellular Flux analyzer or the Oroboros O2k High Resolution Respirometer. On-the-job training will be provided.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Biology, Chemistry, Zoology, or other related science, or high school diploma with four years of related clinical/ research experience.
- Ability to listen and communicate effectively
- Basic computer skills
- Knowledge of medical terminology to interact with medical staff regarding laboratory procedures and results
- Knowledge of medical equipment and instruments
- Knowledge of common safety hazards and universal precautions to establish a safe work environment
Nice To Haves
- Previous experience or education in a field related to metabolism or mitochondrial biology
- Past work with the Seahorse Extracellular Flux analyzer or the Oroboros O2k High Resolution Respirometer
Responsibilities
- Conducts generally standardized chemical, physical, and biological tests on experimental/clinical materials.
- Performs micro-analysis, lipids analysis, enzyme studies, and chromatographic studies on various types of tissues, secretions, and excretions.
- Sets up equipment and organizes materials used in performing scheduled tests, experiments, and/or operations.
- Selects the appropriate experimental/clinical format from established standard formats and prepares simple charts, graphs, and reports from data obtained during research experiments and observations of research subjects.
- Isolates and identifies various microorganisms through established laboratory techniques.
- Trains and demonstrates to graduate students, medical students, and other technical personnel, a variety of technical procedures.
- Takes blood samples, pressures, and other specimens and measurements as required by research/clinical protocols. Inoculates research animals with various pathogens and performs minor animal surgery.
- Collects tissues and specimens for laboratory analysis; obtains samples, prepares, mounts, and stains tissue, blood, and other substances for microscopic examinations.
- Reviews scientific journals, abstracts, and other publications for information applicable to research projects.
- Performs other related duties incidental to the work described herein.
Benefits
- Paid Time Off programs
- Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
- Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
- Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
- Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
- Educational Assistance Program
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
