Eye Research Technologist II - Retina & Gene Editing

The Medical College of Wisconsin, Inc.; United States; On-site; USD 42,000 - 63,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

Tuition Reimbursement

Paid Parental Leave

403B Retirement Plan

Vacation and Holidays

Job summary

The Medical College of Wisconsin Eye Institute is seeking a Research Technician to join the Miesfeld laboratory under Dr. Joel B. Miesfeld.

The role supports daily lab operations and participates in retinal development research using mouse and zebrafish models to study eye disease and regeneration. Responsibilities include genotyping, molecular biology tasks, tissue processing, data collection, and maintaining detailed records while coordinating shipments with collaborators.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; experience substituting education is allowed.
• Minimum 1 year of mouse handling, colony management, tissue collection and genotyping.
• Experience with standard molecular biology techniques (cloning, PCR).

Responsibilities

• Assist breeding and PCR genotyping of mutant/transgenic mice and zebrafish.
• Conduct molecular biology work including plasmid tool assembly via cloning.
• Process tissue for bio- and histochemical analysis and collect data (microscopy, DNA/RNA sequencing).
• Perform routine lab duties: wash/sterilize glassware, dispose waste, order supplies, ship materials to collaborators.
• Maintain accurate records of experimental results and data.
• Assist with data interpretation and quality control assays.
• Participate in meetings with the PI and research staff.
• Complete required safety training promptly.
• Oversee training of other lab personnel.

Skills

Biology knowledge

Chemistry knowledge

Mathematics knowledge

Documentation & records management

Data utilization & problem solving

Writing skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

The Medical College of Wisconsin Eye Institute is seeking a Research Technician to join the Miesfeld laboratory under Dr. Joel B. Miesfeld.

The role supports daily lab operations and participates in retinal development research using mouse and zebrafish models to study eye disease and regeneration. Responsibilities include genotyping, molecular biology tasks, tissue processing, data collection, and maintaining detailed records while coordinating shipments with collaborators.