Laboratory Technician

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

Job summary

Upstate in Syracuse, NY is seeking a Research Support Specialist to assist the lab under the PI. You will work with bacterial and eukaryotic cell cultures, perform recombinant DNA experiments, conduct virus neutralization tests, and help manage a mouse colony. Maintain clean and organized workspace and equipment.

Ideal candidates have a bachelor's in biological sciences and are comfortable with animal models. Some evening/weekend hours may be required for timed research protocols.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in biological science or relevant field.
• Experience with cell cultures and molecular biology.
• Training in studying antibody-mediated neutralization of microorganisms.
• Willingness to work with animal models.

Responsibilities

• Assist with bacterial and eukaryotic cell cultures.
• Perform recombinant DNA experiments.
• Conduct virus neutralization tests.
• Manage mouse colony and related husbandry.
• Clean and organize lab space and equipment.

Skills

Cell culture

Molecular biology

Education

Bachelor's degree in Biological sciences

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. Additional research-related duties and responsibilities such as cleaning and organizing laboratory work space and equipment as needed.

Minimum Qualifications:

A bachelor'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

Recruitment Office: Human Resources