Lab Research Technician: Cell Culture & Assays

University of Houston; Houston (TX); Sur place; USD 22 000 - 26 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

University of Houston is seeking a Research Technician in Pharmacological & Pharmaceutic Department to support laboratory research activities, including sample preparation, data collection, cell culture, and routine lab operations. The role involves assisting with biology and chemistry experiments, maintaining equipment, and documenting results.

Ideal candidates will have 1–2 years of hands-on research experience, mammalian cell culture, and experience with at least two molecular biology

Qualifications

• At least 1–2 years of hands-on research experience beyond standard coursework.
• Hands-on experience with mammalian cell culture and sterile technique.
• Experience with at least two molecular or cellular biology techniques (PCR/qPCR, Western blotting, immunofluorescence, transfection, protein assays, etc.).

Responsabilités

• Assist with biology and chemistry experiments, sample preparation, instrument calibration, routine equipment maintenance, and data analysis.
• Perform routine mammalian cell culture, cell maintenance, and related experiments.
• Follow established protocols and ensure experiments are performed to specification.
• Accurately record procedures, observations and results.
• Monitor equipment and safety practices, ensure compliance with safety procedures.
• Maintain laboratory inventory of reagents, cells, plasmids, and consumables.
• Assist with troubleshooting routine issues and refer complex problems to senior staff.
• Suggest improvements to procedures or workflows as appropriate.
• Learn and implement new laboratory techniques as research needs evolve.

Connaissances

Mammalian cell culture

Aseptic technique

PCR/qPCR

Western blotting

Immunofluorescence

Transfection

Formation

High School Diploma + 1 year experience

Description du poste

University of Houston is seeking a Research Technician in Pharmacological & Pharmaceutic Department to support laboratory research activities, including sample preparation, data collection, cell culture, and routine lab operations. The role involves assisting with biology and chemistry experiments, maintaining equipment, and documenting results.

Ideal candidates will have 1–2 years of hands-on research experience, mammalian cell culture, and experience with at least two molecular biology