Research Technician 2 to assist and support scientific investigation to study human cancer as directed in the Comprehensive Cancer Center/Pathology (Cell Reprogramming Laboratory, PI: Dr. Xuefeng Liu)

Duties Include:

• Independently conducts assigned experiments

• Performs a variety of molecular, cellular, and biological research techniques and procedures includingPCR reactions, gel electrophoresis, assays, cell cultures and Northern and Western analysis; sorts and processes tissue and blood samples

• Tests and evaluates current procedures

• Performs routine procedures on lab animals

• Records, consolidates and assists with analysis of research results

• 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 ofpublications, manuscripts, articles, posters, and abstracts; conducts library research on requested topics through researching current literature

• Oversees and maintains accurate records of laboratory activities

• Assists with training of junior research staff, and undergraduate and graduate students in research methods and equipment operation

• Sets up and operates laboratory equipment

• Monitors research supply, including specimens, inventory and initiates procurement requestsas needed.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in a biological/health science or an equivalent combination of education and experience is required.

• Requires successful completion of a background check.

• Qualified candidates may be requested to complete a pre-employment physical including a drug screen.

Function: Research and Scholarship

Sub Function: Research

Career Band: Individual Contributor- Technical

Career Level: T2

Salary Range for this position: $15.29 - $20.41 per hour