Research Employment Opportunities

Research Laboratory Technologist
Under general supervision of the laboratory manager, senior level staff member or faculty, the individual is expected to carry out research activities of moderate complexity, requiring some professional training. Researches and collects basic study data, as directed, through library investigation and laboratory experiments with regard to specific research projects as assigned. Records and graphically displays pertinent information obtained from research activities through preparation of graphs, tables, statistical summaries, illustrations and narrative reports. Provides information that will typically be used as a basis for further investigation and/or for inclusion in peer reviewed quality publication(s). Carries out a variety of moderately complex laboratory techniques and procedures including but not limited to, chromatography, electrophoresis, animal surgery, histology and cell culture work, protein or nucleotide analysis, gene amplification, screening libraries and genotyping. Operates and maintains a variety of moderately complex lab equipment such as microscopes, scales, centrifuges, spectrophotometers, and other scientific apparatus and equipment related to research activities.May teach routine laboratory techniques such as sectioning, staining, assaying, solution and media preparation to students and other research personnel. Bachelor's Degree in Biological or Physical sciences plus 1 to 3 years supervised laboratory experience required. An individual with an Associates degree would be considered if they had extensive laboratory experience. Clink on the attached Job Database link and enter Req #: part-00039427 for application instructions.

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