Laboratory Technician

SUNY Upstate Medical University; City of Syracuse (NY); On-site; USD 35,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

SUNY Upstate Medical University in Syracuse, NY is seeking a Research Support Specialist to assist the lab under the PI, performing cell culture, recombinant DNA experiments, and virus neutralization tests.

The role involves handling a mouse colony, maintaining sterile techniques, and contributing to data collection and space management.

Qualifications

• Prior experience with basic cell culture and molecular biology is preferred.
• Training in antibody-mediated neutralization of microorganisms is a plus.
• Willingness to work with animal models.

Responsibilities

• Work with bacterial and eukaryotic cell cultures under PI direction.
• Perform recombinant DNA experiments and virus neutralization tests.
• Maintain and work with a mouse colony; ensure sterile techniques.
• Clean and organize laboratory work space and equipment as needed.

Skills

Cell culture

Molecular biology

Antibody neutralization

Animal models

Education

Bachelor's degree in biological science

Job description

Job Summary:

The Research Support Specialist will assist the lab under the direction of the PI to perform duties including but not limited to working with bacterial and eukaryotic cell cultures, perform recombinant DNA experiments, perform virus neutralization tests, and work with a mouse colony. Additionalresearch-related duties and responsibilities such ascleaning and organizing laboratory work space and equipment as needed.

Minimum Qualifications:

Abachelor's degree in biological science or relevant field.

Preferred Qualifications:

Prior experience working with cell cultures and molecular biology. Possess prior training in studying antibody-mediated neutralization of microorganisms. A willingness to work with animal models.

Work Days:

M-F 9a-5pm Some evening and weekend hours may be required if necessary for timed research protocols.

Message to Applicants:

Salary range-Salary Range-$35,000-$46,000

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